Carmine 2905 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #801522 and LRV 5. Its closest cross-brand match is Purple Red from RAL (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #801522 · 2905
Carmine
5%LRV Value
Carmine Technical Profile
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Carmine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carmine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsCarmine
Very similar
RALPurple Red
Purple Red
RAL
Very similar
Antique Red
Behr
Very similar
Caliente
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Raging Bull
Kilz
Visible difference
Create .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Double Decker
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Wild Rose
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Heirloom Red
Valspar
Visible difference
Wild Rose
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Red Delicious
PPG
Visible difference
Royal Red Flush
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carmine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carmine
#801522
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F5A39
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carmine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carmine 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Carmine.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carmine — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Carmine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carmine are Purple Red by RAL (a very close match), Pearl Ruby Red by RAL (a very close match), Antique Red by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Carmine'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 Carmine?
Carmine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.2, 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
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Carmine depends on the room. Here's how to choose.