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Red

Benjamin Moore · 2000-10

The Analysis

With an LRV of 14.57, this is a dark, saturated red that absorbs a significant amount of light rather than reflecting it. It will make a room feel more intimate and enclosed, which is excellent for cozy spaces but can make smaller rooms feel tighter.

It is far too intense to serve as a neutral backdrop. Use it as a dramatic accent wall, a punchy choice for millwork, or to create a high-impact statement in a formal dining room or powder bath.

LRV 15

History & Origin

This red leans toward a classic, traditional aesthetic often found in stately libraries or formal dining rooms. It carries a heavy, academic weight that feels established rather than modern or minimalist.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

Pair this with warm wood tones like walnut or mahogany to ground the richness. For metal accents, unlacquered brass adds a luxury feel, while matte black hardware keeps the look sharp and defined.

The Mood

This is a high-energy, stimulating color that commands attention and keeps the pulse up. Because it is so bold, it is better suited for rooms where you want activity rather than rooms meant for quiet relaxation or sleep.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Ruby Red

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    Valspar · 1010-1

  • Atomic Red

    Little Greene · 6154

  • Bull's Eye Red

    Benjamin Moore · 2002-20

  • Scarlet Tanager

    Valspar · V043-3

Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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