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PPG Ruby Lips

PPG1052-7 · #853E44 · LRV ~8.9

Closest tone in another brand: Benjamin Moore Pottery Red (~98% proximity)

Ruby Lips (PPG1052-7) is a deep red from PPG, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 8.9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Benjamin Moore Pottery Red (~98% proximity).

Closest tone to Ruby Lips in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

8.9 · Very dark

Temperature

Warm

Code

PPG1052-7

HEX

#853E44

RGB

133, 62, 68

HSL

355°, 36%, 38%

Family

Reds

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Ruby Lips FAQ

What is the LRV of Ruby Lips?

Ruby Lips has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 8.9 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Ruby Lips in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Pottery Red (2085-20), ~98% proximity; Behr: Dark Crimson (M140-7), ~98% proximity; Glidden: Ruby Lips (PPG1052-7), ~96% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Luxurious Red (SW 6314), ~95% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Barn Red (DET424), ~94% proximity; Valspar: Muted Red (1008-5A), ~92% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Kirsch Red (HGSW6313), ~88% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Eating Room Red (No. 43), ~87% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Ruby Lips?

The HEX code of Ruby Lips (PPG1052-7) is #853E44, RGB 133, 62, 68. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.