ColorplanReddened Earth
SW 6053 · Sherwin-Williams
LRV 19 · dark
0 black100 white
Sherwin-Williams Reddened Earth (SW 6053) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 19. Closest matches: Benjamin Moore Tea Room (AF-270) and Farrow & Ball Book Room Red (No.50). For trim, try Intimate White (SW 6322).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Sherwin-Williams whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 19.1 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #9C6E63 |
| RGB | 156, 110, 99 |
| HSL | 12°, 22%, 50% |
About Reddened Earth
Reddened Earth (SW 6053) is a very dark, medium-strength red from Sherwin-Williams that leans pink. With an LRV of 19, Reddened Earth absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Reddened Earth's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. Next to Cavern Clay (SW 7701), it's cooler and more muted.
How Reddened Earth changes with the light
Reddened Earth has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Reddened Earth's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Reddened Earth will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Reddened Earth can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Reddened Earth will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Reddened Earth in real homes
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Reddened Earth equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Benjamin Moore
Close · ΔE 2.6
Also close: New England Brown (ΔE 3.0)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 6.0
Also close: Mocha Latte (ΔE 11.5)
Compare side by side →Similar Sherwin-Williams colors
Reddened Earth questions
What undertone does Reddened Earth have?
Reddened Earth has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Reddened Earth's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Reddened Earth a light or dark color?
Reddened Earth has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 19.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 19, Reddened Earth absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Reddened Earth in other paint brands?
Benjamin Moore: Tea Room AF-270 (close, ΔE 2.6); Farrow & Ball: Book Room Red No.50 (close, ΔE 4.1); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 6.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Reddened Earth?
Try Intimate White (SW 6322) on trim and Snowbound (SW 7004) on the ceiling. Both are Sherwin-Williams whites that share Reddened Earth's undertone.
Where does Reddened Earth work best?
Reddened Earth works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 19, Reddened Earth absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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