Rookwood Red 2802 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #622F2D, estimated LRV 5 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wine Barrel from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #622F2D · 2802
Rookwood Red
5%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rookwood Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#622F2D
RGB98, 47, 45
Estimated LRV4.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Rookwood Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rookwood Red
#622F2D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#77634B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rookwood Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rookwood 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 Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rookwood Red have?
Rookwood Red by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) 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 Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rookwood Red are Wine Barrel by Behr (a very close match), Spice Variety by Vista Paint (a very close match), Cottage Red by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Rookwood 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 Red?
Rookwood Red has a estimated lightness value of 4.8, 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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