Ruby Shade 6572 is a pink paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A2566F, estimated LRV 16 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vermilion from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #A2566F · 6572
Ruby Shade
16%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Ruby Shade Technical Profile
HEX Code#A2566F
RGB162, 86, 111
Estimated LRV15.5
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 Familypink
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Ruby Shade
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ruby Shade
#A2566F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB8880
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ruby Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ruby Shade 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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Ruby Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ruby Shade have?
Ruby Shade by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink 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 Ruby Shade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ruby Shade are Vermilion by Behr (a close digital match), Artesian Plum by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Fashion Rose by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Ruby Shade'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 Ruby Shade?
Ruby Shade has a estimated lightness value of 15.5, 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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Why Ruby Shade's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.