Upholstery Red 1008-3A is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9E565C, LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rose Wine from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9E565C · 1008-3A
Upholstery Red
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Upholstery Red Technical Profile
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Upholstery Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Upholstery Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparUpholstery Red
Nearly identical
PPGRose Wine
Rose Wine
PPG
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Apple
Kilz
Very similar
Cranberry Jam
Behr
Very similar
Rambling Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bricktone Red
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
The Ego Has Landed
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Red Rock
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Depression Glass
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Herald of Spring
Vista Paint
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Upholstery Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Upholstery Red
#9E565C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9907E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Upholstery Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Upholstery Red Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Upholstery Red.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Upholstery Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Upholstery Red have?
Upholstery Red by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Upholstery Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Upholstery Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Upholstery Red are Rose Wine by PPG (a near-identical match), Painted Desert Red by PPG (a very close match), Cinnamon Apple by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Upholstery Red's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Upholstery Red?
Upholstery Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Upholstery Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.