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Valspar Fire-Breathing Dragon

8001-6G · #AB3148 · LRV 11.3

Compare with other brands: Benjamin Moore Fuchsine is a 95% match

Fire-Breathing Dragon (8001-6G) is a deep red from Valspar. Its LRV is about 11.3 (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 Fuchsine (95% match).

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LRV

11.3 · Very dark

Temperature

Warm

Code

8001-6G

HEX

#AB3148

RGB

171, 49, 72

HSL

349°, 55%, 43%

Family

Reds

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Fire-Breathing Dragon FAQ

What is the LRV of Fire-Breathing Dragon?

Fire-Breathing Dragon has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 11.3 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Fire-Breathing Dragon in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Fuchsine (1343), 95%; Sherwin-Williams: Radish (SW 6861), 94%; Dunn-Edwards: Roses are Red (DET428), 94%; PPG: Red Licorice (PPG1186-7), 91%; Glidden: Red Licorice (PPG1186-7), 87%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Show Stopper (HGSW7588), 83%; Behr: No More Drama (P140-7), 78%; Farrow & Ball: Incarnadine (No. 248), 73%. 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 Fire-Breathing Dragon?

The HEX code of Fire-Breathing Dragon (8001-6G) is #AB3148, RGB 171, 49, 72. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.