Sherwin-Williams
Real Red SW 6868
Real Red by Sherwin-Williams
Real Red (SW 6868) is a dark clear, saturated color, with an estimated LRV of 12.3. It works well for accent walls, front doors, cabinets and rooms with plenty of light.
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Screen values are approximations from published colors. Always test a physical sample.
Real Red equivalents from other brands
The closest color from each brand, measured as perceived color difference (CIEDE2000). Below 2 is hard to see, above 5 is clearly different.
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Colors that go with Real Red
Real Red is closest to crimson. Accents and furniture colors that pair well with it:
FAQ
What is the LRV of Real Red?
Estimated from its screen color, Real Red has an LRV of about 12.3. Sherwin-Williams publishes the measured LRV on the official color page and sample chip, which is the number to trust for planning.
Is Real Red warm or cool?
Real Red is a clear color rather than a neutral, so its hue matters more than its undertone.
What is the Benjamin Moore equivalent of Real Red?
The closest Benjamin Moore color in our catalog is Caliente (AF-290), with a color difference of 2.8 (CIEDE2000; under 2 is barely visible). Compare physical samples before switching.
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