Rookwood Dark Red 2801 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #4B2929, estimated LRV 3 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brown Eyes from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #4B2929 · 2801
Rookwood Dark Red
3%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Rookwood Dark Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#4B2929
RGB75, 41, 41
Estimated LRV3.2
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Rookwood Dark Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rookwood Dark Red
#4B2929
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#645443
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rookwood Dark Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rookwood Dark 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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Rookwood Dark Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rookwood Dark Red have?
Rookwood Dark Red by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) 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 Rookwood Dark Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rookwood Dark Red are Brown Eyes by Behr (a very close match), Mayan Red by Behr (a very close match), Bewitched by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Rookwood Dark 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 Rookwood Dark Red?
Rookwood Dark Red has a estimated lightness value of 3.2, 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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