Pepper Red
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Pepper Red remains a staple for Dulux designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 12 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#B33E3F
LRV
15.00
Pepper Red in Real Rooms
Pepper Red has a low LRV of 15 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Pepper Red is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.
Dulux 10YR 15/500 living room color
@lochsideho
2 Front Door Photos
A front door painted Pepper Red makes a confident first impression without shouting. The color's depth draws the eye and signals personality before guests even step inside. Pair with crisp white trim and warm brass hardware to complete the look.
Dulux 10YR 15/500 front door color
@pfs_decorating
Dulux Fire Cracker 3 front door color
@pfs_decorating
2 Bedroom Photos
Pepper Red creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.
Dulux Fire Cracker 3 kids bedroom accent wall
@kchair_studio
Dulux Fire Cracker 3 kids' room accent wall
@kchair_studio
4 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Pepper Red on cabinets gives a kitchen a sense of intentionality without the risk that comes with louder choices. It's grounded enough to feel permanent, versatile enough to work with whatever countertop material surrounds it.
Dulux 10YR 15/500 kitchen cabinets
@kitchen_spray
Dulux Fire Cracker 3 kitchen cabinets
@kitchen_spray
Dulux Fire Cracker 3 kitchen cabinets color
@kitchen_spray
Dulux Pepper Red kitchen cabinets color
@kitchen_spray
3 Misc Photos
See how Pepper Red is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
Dulux 10YR 15/500 accent wall color review
@duckwood_decorating
Dulux Pepper Red kids' room color-block
@hannah_morley_designs
Dulux Pepper Red accent wall color
@freyjadoodle
