Ruby Violet 9076 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9B7E8B, LRV 24 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Muse from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B7E8B · 9076
Ruby Violet
24%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Ruby Violet Technical Profile
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Ruby Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ruby Violet 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 Violet
Nearly identical
BehrMuse
Muse
Behr
Nearly identical
Panached Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Berry Bright
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dusty Berry
PPG
Very similar
Plum Legacy
Valspar
Very similar
Berry Bright
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Very similar
Plumville
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Aplomb
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Persian Rose
Kilz
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ruby Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ruby Violet
#9B7E8B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8785
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ruby Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ruby Violet 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 Violet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ruby Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ruby Violet have?
Ruby Violet by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ruby Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ruby Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ruby Violet are Muse by Behr (a near-identical match), Mulberry Wine by Behr (a near-identical match), Panached Purple by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Ruby Violet'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 Violet?
Ruby Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.8, 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 Ruby Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.