Ruby Red 2001-10 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CB2D2D, estimated LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Party Time from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #CB2D2D · 2001-10
Ruby Red
15%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ruby Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#CB2D2D
RGB203, 45, 45
Estimated LRV14.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Ruby Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ruby Red
#CB2D2D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BE966D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ruby Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ruby Red 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
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Ruby Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ruby Red have?
Ruby Red by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Ruby Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ruby Red are Party Time by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Painter's Red by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Red Red by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ruby Red'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 Ruby Red?
Ruby Red has a estimated lightness value of 14.8, 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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