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Valspar Rushing Red

V042-6 · #80323C · LRV 7.2

Compare with other brands: Sherwin-Williams Wild Currant is a 96% match

Rushing Red (V042-6) is a deep red from Valspar. Its LRV is about 7.2 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Sherwin-Williams Wild Currant (96% match).

Compare Rushing Red with other brands

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LRV

7.2 · Very dark

Temperature

Warm

Code

V042-6

HEX

#80323C

RGB

128, 50, 60

HSL

352°, 44%, 35%

Family

Reds

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Rushing Red FAQ

What is the LRV of Rushing Red?

Rushing Red has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 7.2 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Rushing Red in other brands?

Sherwin-Williams: Wild Currant (SW 7583), 96%; Dunn-Edwards: Cherry Harvest (DEFD08), 93%; Behr: Dark Crimson (M140-7), 91%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Stolen Kiss (HGSW7586), 91%; Benjamin Moore: Pomegranate (AF-295), 90%; PPG: Ruby Lips (PPG1052-7), 90%; Glidden: Apple-A-Day (PPG1051-7), 88%; Farrow & Ball: Incarnadine (No. 248), 78%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Rushing Red?

The HEX code of Rushing Red (V042-6) is #80323C, RGB 128, 50, 60. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.