Ruby Shade 6572 is a pink paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A2566F, 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.
Ref. #A2566F · 6572
Ruby Shade
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Ruby Shade Technical Profile
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Ruby Shade in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ruby Shade in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsRuby Shade
Nearly identical
BehrVermilion
Vermilion
Behr
Nearly identical
Artesian Plum
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fashion Rose
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Deep Sunset
Valspar
Very similar
Rosewine
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Heart's Content
PPG
Very similar
Valentine’s Kiss
Vista Paint
Very similar
Potpourri
Kilz
Very similar
Cinnapink
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Petal .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Signal Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ruby Shade
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
Pure 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Ruby Shade.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ruby Shade in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ruby Shade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ruby Shade are Vermilion by Behr (a near-identical match), Artesian Plum by Dutch Boy (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Ruby Shade's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.