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Spiced Wine

Behr · PPU1-13

The Analysis

Spiced Wine is a deep, saturated plum-red that absorbs a significant amount of light due to its low LRV of 8.5. It will make a room feel smaller and more intimate, effectively pulling the walls in to create a cozy, enclosed atmosphere.

Because of its depth, this is best used as a bold accent wall or in small, contained spaces like a powder room or study. It is too dark to serve as a standard neutral for an entire home.

LRV 9

History & Origin

This shade fits well within a Heritage or Victorian-inspired palette, where rich, saturated tones were used to create dramatic, formal interiors. It carries a sense of old-world weight and permanence.

Undertonewarm-red
FamilyRed

How to Use It

Pair this with warm wood tones like walnut or teak to lean into the richness, and use brushed brass hardware to provide a sharp, metallic contrast. It works exceptionally well in rooms with existing architectural details like crown molding or built-in bookshelves.

The Mood

This color is grounding and sophisticated, leaning toward a restful and moody aesthetic rather than an energizing one. It creates a calm, deliberate environment that feels stable and established.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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