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Sherwin-Williams Borscht
SW 7578 · #72353D · LRV ~6.5
Closest tone in another brand: HGTV Home Borscht (~100% proximity)Borscht (SW 7578) is a deep red from Sherwin-Williams, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 6.5 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams Borscht (~100% proximity).
Closest tone to Borscht in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
6.5 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
SW 7578
HEX
#72353D
RGB
114, 53, 61
HSL
352°, 37%, 33%
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Borscht FAQ
What is the LRV of Borscht?
Borscht has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 6.5 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 Borscht in other brands?
HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Borscht (HGSW7578), ~100% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Raisin Torte (2083-10), ~97% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Garnet Evening (DEA147), ~95% proximity; Valspar: Fire Agate (T503), ~94% proximity; PPG: Merlot (PPG13-04), ~92% proximity; Glidden: Ruby Lips (PPG1052-7), ~90% proximity; Behr: Dark Crimson (M140-7), ~86% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Preference Red (No. 297), ~80% 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 Borscht?
The HEX code of Borscht (SW 7578) is #72353D, RGB 114, 53, 61. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.