PPG • PPG1057-6

Sienna Red

Name: PPG Sienna Red PPG1057-6
Brand: PPG

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Sienna Red remains a staple for PPG designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 10 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#b1635e

LRV

17.00

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Light Reflectance Value

17.00

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Sienna Red's Color Strip

Sienna Red is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Chili Pepper and Burning Bush. The strip spans from Macadamia Nut at the lightest end to Burning Bush at the deepest. As part of strip PPG1057, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.

1Macadamia Nut 2Cool Melon 3Rose Petal 4Coral Cove 5Chili Pepper 6Sienna Red

7Burning Bush

Sienna Red in Real Rooms

Sienna Red has a low LRV of 17 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.

1 House Photo

On the exterior, Sienna Red holds up across all lighting conditions — crisp in full sun, rich and dimensional on overcast days. It pairs especially well with white trim, black window frames, and natural stone, giving the home a timeless, curated presence.

Sienna Red color — rustic modern house inspiration

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1 Mudroom Photo

Sienna Red handles the visual noise of a high-traffic entry point with ease. Coats, shoes, bags — the color grounds all of it without making the chaos worse. It's also incredibly forgiving of the scuffs and marks that come with daily use.

Sienna Red paint in a traditional mudroom

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1 Bathroom Photo

Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Sienna Red has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.

Sienna Red — wabi-sabi bathroom

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1 Dining Room Photo

In a formal dining room, Sienna Red provides a sophisticated backdrop for artwork and large-scale mirrors. The color's depth helps to "absorb" the room's edges, making the flickering light of candles and the sparkle of glassware the stars of the show.

Sienna Red paint in a minimalist dining room

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1 Home Office Photo

To create a "library" feel in your home office, use Sienna Red on both the walls and the built-in shelving. This monochromatic approach creates a sophisticated, academic atmosphere that makes the room feel like a true destination for thought.

PPG Sienna Red in a contemporary home office

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1 Bedroom Photo

Sienna Red has a unique ability to make a bedroom feel larger yet more intimate at the same time. By softening the "edges" of the room, the walls seem to move back, while the warmth of the tone makes the bed feel like a safe, protected island in the center of the space.

A cozy bedroom painted in Sienna Red

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1 Kitchen Photo

For smaller kitchens, Sienna Red can be used to create a "jewel box" effect. By painting the walls and trim in this same shade, you eliminate visual breaks, making the room feel more expansive and sophisticated despite its modest footprint.

Sienna Red — organic modern kitchen

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1 Patio Photo

The way Sienna Red interacts with fire—whether from a fire pit or outdoor torches—is magical. It catches the orange glow and creates a warm, flickering atmosphere that is perfect for late-night outdoor entertaining.

rustic modern patio featuring Sienna Red by PPG

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1 Front Door Photo

A front door in Sienna Red is a timeless choice that won't feel dated as trends shift. It's a versatile hue that can adapt to different porch decor—from modern planters to traditional rockers—with effortless ease.

classy front door featuring Sienna Red by PPG

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1 Living Room Photo

For open-concept living rooms, Sienna 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.