Dunn-Edwards Burnt Crimson DEC705: Matches in 8 Brands + LRV 10

Burnt Crimson (DEC705) is a deep red from Dunn-Edwards with no strong undertone. Its LRV is about 9.8 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Beaujolais (98% match).

Compare Burnt Crimson with other brands

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LRV

9.8 · Very dark

Undertone

None (neutral)

Temperature

Warm

Code

DEC705

HEX

#784D4C

RGB

120, 77, 76

HSL

1°, 22%, 38%

Family

Reds

Colors similar to Burnt Crimson in Dunn-Edwards

Neighboring tones from the same fan deck, if you want a shade lighter, darker, warmer, or cooler.

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Giant Sequoia Grove Dunn-Edwards · DESS02 · LRV 10

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Burnt Crimson FAQ

What undertone does Burnt Crimson have?

Burnt Crimson has no strong undertone: it reads as a deep red. Its color temperature is warm. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Burnt Crimson?

Burnt Crimson has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 9.8 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Burnt Crimson in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Beaujolais (1259), 98%; Glidden: Chianti (PPG13-06), 95%; Behr: Cherry Cola (S130-7), 92%; PPG: Warm Mahogany (PPG1060-7), 91%; Sherwin-Williams: Carriage Door (SW 7594), 90%; Valspar: Berry Brandy (1005-9B), 89%; Farrow & Ball: Preference Red (No. 297), 88%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Cordial (HGSW6306), 85%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Burnt Crimson?

The HEX code of Burnt Crimson (DEC705) is #784D4C, RGB 120, 77, 76. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.