Red Clay (PPG16-32) is a deep brown from Glidden, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 10.3 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Spice of Life (~96% proximity).

Closest tone to Red Clay in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

10.3 · Very dark

Temperature

Warm

Code

PPG16-32

HEX

#89483E

RGB

137, 72, 62

HSL

8°, 38%, 39%

Family

Browns

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Red Clay FAQ

What is the LRV of Red Clay?

Red Clay has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 10.3 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Red Clay in other brands?

Dunn-Edwards: Spice of Life (DET439), ~96% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Hot Apple Spice (2005-20), ~96% proximity; PPG: Baked Bean (PPG1066-7), ~94% proximity; Valspar: Remember Me Red (2001-7A), ~93% proximity; Behr: Deco Red (S140-7), ~90% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Rembrandt Ruby (SW 0033), ~90% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Red Barn (HGSW7591), ~89% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Picture Gallery Red (No. 42), ~86% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Red Clay?

The HEX code of Red Clay (PPG16-32) is #89483E, RGB 137, 72, 62. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.