Ruby Red 3003 is a red paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #9B111E, LRV 8 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is International Red from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B111E · 3003
Ruby Red
8%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 →
RALRuby Red
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyInternational Red
International Red
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Heritage Red
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rodeo Red
Behr
Very similar
Siren
Vista Paint
Very similar
Siren
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Heartthrob
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Très Bien
Valspar
Visible difference
Create .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Fahrenheit
Kilz
Visible difference
Red Ink
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Crimson Red
PPG
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
#9B111E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5653A
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 RAL Colors
Other RAL 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 RAL 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 International Red by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Heritage Red by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Rodeo Red by Behr (a very close 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 7.5, 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 Ruby Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.