Rookwood Red
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Rookwood Red remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 11 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#622F2D
LRV
4.82
Rookwood Red in Real Rooms
Rookwood Red has a low LRV of 4.82 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Red family, the photos below show it applied in a home office, misc, front door, house and kitchen cabinets.
1 Home Office Photo
In a workspace, Rookwood Red helps to reduce "visual noise," allowing your mind to focus on the task at hand. It provides a steady, non-distracting horizon line that is particularly helpful for those in creative or high-concentration fields.
Home office walls painted Rookwood Red inspire creativity and focus.
@quinonezrenovation
2 Misc Photos
In laundry rooms, Rookwood Red adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.
Accent wall finished in Rookwood Red creates dramatic visual impact.
@roll.with.it.painting
Furniture piece painted in Rookwood Red brings vibrant personality to rooms.
@nelsonrestoration
3 Front Door Photos
Rookwood Red on a front door looks particularly stunning when framed by greenery or seasonal wreaths. The color provides a deep, matte background that makes the organic textures of a boxwood wreath or autumn garland really pop.
Front door entrance painted in Rookwood Red makes confident architectural expression.
@herbertpainting
Entry door in Rookwood Red greets visitors with warm, inviting charm.
@tonyasprinio
Front entrance door painted in Rookwood Red makes unforgettable first impression.
@hgdreamdesigncreate
3 House Photos
On a traditional or historic home, Rookwood Red acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.
House exterior painted Rookwood Red delivers striking, distinctive curb appeal.
@herbertpainting
Exterior walls in this deep red shade create powerful visual presence.
@architectureroadtrip
Brick and siding finished in Rookwood Red establish bold home character.
@naked.rehab
2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The way Rookwood Red interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.
Kitchen cabinet fronts finished in Rookwood Red create bold, refined style.
@nelsonrestoration
Island cabinets painted in Rookwood Red become striking focal point.
@nelsonrestoration
Coordinating Colors
Stamped Concrete reflects far more light (LRV 35 vs 5), opening up a space where Rookwood Red encloses it.
At LRV 25 vs 5, Rookwood Antique Gold is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 6 vs 5), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 5 vs 5), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 5 vs 5), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 7 and 5, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 6 and 5, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 5 and 5, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 6 vs 5), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 8 vs 5), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 7 and 5, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Complementary Colors
Mountain Air reflects far more light (LRV 73 vs 5), opening up a space where Rookwood Red encloses it.
Niebla Azul reflects far more light (LRV 53 vs 5), opening up a space where Rookwood Red encloses it.
At LRV 53 vs 5, Silver Lake is decisively the brighter choice.
A 11-point LRV gap (16 vs 5) makes Riverway the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 77 vs 5, Glass Bead is decisively the brighter choice.
Morning at Sea reflects far more light (LRV 29 vs 5), opening up a space where Rookwood Red encloses it.
With LRVs of 6 and 5, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Lighter Colors
With LRVs of 5 and 5, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
A 10-point LRV gap (15 vs 5) makes Bold Brick the marginally brighter of the two.
A 4-point LRV gap (9 vs 5) makes Red Barn the marginally brighter of the two.
Foxy reflects far more light (LRV 17 vs 5), opening up a space where Rookwood Red encloses it.
Darker Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 5 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.