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Sherwin-Williams Chinese Red
SW 0057 · #9E3E33 · LRV ~11
Closest tone in another brand: Benjamin Moore Cochineal Red (~97% proximity)Chinese Red (SW 0057) is a deep red from Sherwin-Williams, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 11 (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 Cochineal Red (~97% proximity).
Closest tone to Chinese Red in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
11 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
SW 0057
HEX
#9E3E33
RGB
158, 62, 51
HSL
6°, 51%, 41%
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Chinese Red FAQ
What is the LRV of Chinese Red?
Chinese Red has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 11 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 Chinese Red in other brands?
Benjamin Moore: Cochineal Red (CW-330), ~97% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Rave Red (HGSW6608), ~95% proximity; Behr: Fire Cracker (PPU2-16), ~95% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Red Revival (DEA154), ~93% proximity; PPG: Rum Raisin (PPG1064-7), ~92% proximity; Glidden: Rum Punch (PPG1190-7), ~92% proximity; Valspar: Toasted Cranberry (2001-5A), ~92% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Bamboozle (No. 304), ~81% 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 Chinese Red?
The HEX code of Chinese Red (SW 0057) is #9E3E33, RGB 158, 62, 51. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.