Ruby Red 2001-10 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CB2D2D, 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.
Ref. #CB2D2D · 2001-10
Ruby Red
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ruby Red Technical Profile
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Ruby Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ruby Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreRuby Red
Nearly identical
Vista PaintParty Time
Party Time
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pure Red
RAL
Nearly identical
Party Time
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
100 Mph
Behr
Very similar
Stop
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Red Geranium
PPG
Very similar
Heart Throb
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Lantern Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Atomic Red
Kilz
Very similar
Steelhead Redd
Valspar
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ruby Red
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Ruby Red.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ruby Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ruby Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ruby Red are Party Time by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Painter's Red by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Red Red by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
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 Ruby Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.