Behr Moroccan Ruby S140-6

Color code:S140-6
Color name:Moroccan Ruby
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Moroccan Ruby?

Behr Moroccan Ruby (S140-6) is a rich and elegant shade that adds a touch of warmth and luxury to any space. This deep crimson hue pairs beautifully with neutrals like off-white and beige to create a sophisticated contrast. For a bolder look, pair Moroccan Ruby with gold accents or deep forest green to enhance its luxurious feel. Whether used as an accent wall or in furnishings, this color brings a sense of opulence and drama to interiors. Elevate your space with Behr S140-6 Moroccan Ruby for a touch of exotic sophistication.

What are Behr Moroccan Ruby undertones?

Red is Behr Moroccan Ruby undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#8D504B

RGB code:

141, 80, 75

Is Behr Moroccan Ruby S140-6 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 5° this Red refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

S140-6 Moroccan Ruby HSL code: 5, 31%, 42%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm Red will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Red undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Moroccan Ruby:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Moroccan Ruby S140-6 vs Bolero PPU1-12

Behr Moroccan Ruby S140-6 vs Behr Bolero PPU1-12Open Moroccan Ruby S140-6
LRV: 12.29%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 10.46%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: warm

Moroccan Ruby S140-6 vs Toile Red SW 0006

Behr Moroccan Ruby S140-6 vs Sherwin Williams Toile Red SW 0006Open Moroccan Ruby S140-6
LRV: 12.29%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 12.28%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: warm