Ref. #9B7E8B · 9076
Ruby Violet
24%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Ruby Violet Technical Profile
What color is Ruby Violet? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #9B7E8B. Colors similar to Ruby Violet include Behr Muse, Vista Paint Berry Bright, Valspar Plum Legacy. Ruby Violet has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Ruby Violet creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Ruby Violet pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Ruby Violet
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Ruby Violet from other brands?
The closest matches are Muse by Behr (#A17F8D), Berry Bright by Vista Paint (#9D8093), Plum Legacy by Valspar (#917987). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ruby Violet?
Ruby Violet has an LRV of 23.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.