Behr Red Pepper is a deep, muted brick red paint color with a strong earthy brown cast. This warm, grounded shade offers a bold yet restrained terracotta feel, avoiding the sharpness of bright crimson to create a cozy, adventurous atmosphere.
Will Red Pepper clash with your room?
Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | PPU2-02 |
| HEX Code | #7A3F38 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 8 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Red |
| Hidden Undertones | Brown, Rust |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | North, East |
| Best For | Dining rooms, front doors, accent walls, painted cabinetry, earthy interiors |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: A moody deep red hue enveloping a dining space, complemented by mahogany and unlacquered brass.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm evening candlelight and dim chandelier
- Architectural Style:Color-drenched transitional
- Key Materials:Dark mahogany, unlacquered brass
- Flooring:Herringbone parquet
Concept board: A classic deep red applied to a solid wood front door, framed by traditional red brick.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright midday sun with sharp shadows
- Coordinating Colors:Behr Cracked Pepper
- Key Materials:Aged bronze hardware, brick facade
- Styling Pro Tips:Potted olive tree
Complementary Paint Colors
Color test: A bold earthy red grounding a contemporary living room, softening against plush cream and travertine.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft ambient sconce light
- Coordinating Colors:Behr Even Better Beige
- Key Materials:Boucle fabric, travertine
- Flooring:Plush cream rug
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital color test: This earthy red tone on shaker cabinetry, elegantly paired with dark soapstone and brushed gold.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright task lighting and natural window light
- Trim Recommendation:Behr Smoky White
- Key Materials:Soapstone countertops, brushed gold pulls
- Flooring:Terracotta hex tiles
Complementary Paint Colors
Concept visualization: A warm rustic red applied to rough plaster walls, accented by distressed leather and woven jute.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Dappled afternoon sunlight
- Coordinating Colors:Behr Spanish Sand
- Key Materials:Raw clay, woven jute, distressed leather
- Vibe:Warm rustic
Complementary Paint Colors
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