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Brick Red

Crown Paints

The Analysis

With an LRV of 14.33, this is a dark, pigment-heavy shade that absorbs a significant amount of light. It will shrink the visual boundaries of a room, creating a dense, enclosed feeling rather than making a space feel airy or open.

Due to its depth, this shade works best as a bold accent wall, a feature fireplace, or a dramatic choice for a small, enclosed space like a study. It is too heavy for a main wall colour in average-sized rooms unless you are intentionally aiming for a moody, monochromatic look.

LRV 14

History & Origin

This colour leans heavily into the Heritage aesthetic. It mimics the deep, earthy tones found in traditional Victorian and Georgian architecture, especially when paired with natural stone or dark wood.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

Pair this with mid-to-dark wood tones or matte black metal hardware to maintain the grounded, sophisticated feel. Avoid light or bleached woods, as the high contrast can make the red look harsh rather than elegant.

The Mood

Brick Red provides a grounded, stable, and warm atmosphere. It is inherently cozy and enveloping, making it an excellent choice for rooms where you want to feel tucked away and relaxed rather than energized.

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.

Brand Matches

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Lighting

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

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