Rookwood Red 2802 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #622F2D, 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.
Ref. #622F2D · 2802
Rookwood Red
5%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rookwood Red Technical Profile
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Rookwood Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rookwood Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsRookwood Red
Very similar
BehrWine Barrel
Wine Barrel
Behr
Very similar
Spice Variety
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cottage Red
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wood .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Spanish Tile
Valspar
Very similar
Oxide Red
RAL
Very similar
Saw Mill
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Covered Bridge
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Old Mahogany
PPG
Very similar
Boysenberry Pie
Kilz
Very similar
Folklore
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rookwood Red
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
Pure 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Rookwood 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rookwood Red in your own space before committing.
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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Rookwood Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.