Timeless Ruby HDC-CL-01 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9A4049, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ode to Joy from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9A4049 · HDC-CL-01
Timeless Ruby
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Timeless Ruby Technical Profile
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Timeless Ruby in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Timeless Ruby in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrTimeless Ruby
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sOde to Joy
Ode to Joy
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ode to Joy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Charleston Cherry
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Patriot Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Apple-a-day
PPG
Very similar
Radiant Raspberry
Kilz
Very similar
Fabulous Red
Valspar
Very similar
Santa Rosa Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Kirsch Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Red Violet
RAL
Very similar
Create .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Timeless Ruby
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Timeless Ruby
#9A4049
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A48169
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Timeless Ruby
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Timeless Ruby Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Timeless Ruby.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Timeless Ruby — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Timeless Ruby have?
Timeless Ruby by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Timeless Ruby in your own space before committing.
What colors match Timeless Ruby from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Timeless Ruby are Ode to Joy by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Ode to Joy by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Romp by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Timeless Ruby's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Timeless Ruby?
Timeless Ruby has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Timeless Ruby's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.