Redbud 6312 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #AD5E65, LRV 18 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Painted Desert Red from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AD5E65 · 6312
Redbud
18%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Redbud Technical Profile
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Redbud in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Redbud in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsRedbud
Nearly identical
PPGPainted Desert Red
Painted Desert Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Sienna Dust
Valspar
Very similar
Resplendent Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Earthy Red
Kilz
Very similar
Sensuous
Behr
Very similar
Herald of Spring
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rose Queen
Vista Paint
Very similar
Santa Fe Pottery
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hibiscus Flower
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Picture Gallery Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Redbud
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Redbud
#AD5E65
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9585
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Redbud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Redbud 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 Redbud.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Redbud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Redbud have?
Redbud by Sherwin-Williams 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 Redbud in your own space before committing.
What colors match Redbud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Redbud are Painted Desert Red by PPG (a near-identical match), Sienna Dust by Valspar (a very close match), Raspberry Ripple by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Redbud'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 Redbud?
Redbud has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.8, 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 Redbud's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.