Red Clay (PPG16-32) is a deep red from PPG. Its LRV is about 4.2 (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 Country Redwood (73% match).

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LRV

4.2 · Very dark

Temperature

Warm

Code

PPG16-32

HEX

#692300

RGB

105, 35, 0

HSL

20°, 100%, 21%

Family

Reds

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Red Clay FAQ

What is the LRV of Red Clay?

Red Clay has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 4.2 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 Red Clay in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Country Redwood (HC-183), 73%; Valspar: Smoked Paprika (8002-12G), 72%; Sherwin-Williams: Roycroft Copper Red (SW 2839), 72%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Fired Brick (HGSW6335), 71%; Glidden: Burled Redwood (PPG1067-7), 60%; Dunn-Edwards: Cherry Cola (DEA156), 58%; Behr: Fire Cracker (PPU2-16), 57%; Farrow & Ball: Bamboozle (No. 304), 51%. 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 Red Clay?

The HEX code of Red Clay (PPG16-32) is #692300, RGB 105, 35, 0. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.