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Benjamin Moore Ruby Red 2001-10

Ruby Red

Benjamin Moore

2001-10

About Ruby Red by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 14.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ca2c2c

RGB: 202, 44, 44

Hue0°

Saturation64%

Lightness48%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Ruby Red from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Ruby Red

Benjamin Moore

2001-10

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Ruby Red looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Ruby Red 2001-10 a warm or cool color?
Ruby Red by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Ruby Red?
Ruby Red sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 0°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Ruby Red?
Brightness is about 15%. Saturation is around 64%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 48%. Hue is close to 0°. The hex value is #ca2c2c. The RGB value is 202, 44, 44.
Is Ruby Red better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Ruby Red has brightness around 15%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Ruby Red?
You can match Ruby Red with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Ruby Red work best in a home?
Ruby Red works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Ruby Red compare to a pure white paint?
Ruby Red is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Ruby Red in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Ruby Red

Benjamin Moore

2001-10

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Ruby Red in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Ruby Red

Benjamin Moore

2001-10

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Ruby Red. They add contrast without clashing.

Ruby Red

Benjamin Moore

2001-10

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Ruby Red. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

Real Red

Sherwin Williams

SW6868

Red Tomato

Sherwin Williams

SW6607

Stop

Sherwin Williams

SW6869

BURNT RED

Glidden

PPG1188-7