# RAL Classic Brown red

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/brown-red-ral-3011](https://plan-home.com/color/brown-red-ral-3011)

RAL Classic Brown red RAL 3011 is a deep, earthy red with a pronounced brown cast that keeps it grounded rather than bright. Its low-light depth makes it especially effective on cabinetry, front doors, trim, or a single dining room wall. In direct daylight, Brown red reads as a muted brick-red; under warmer evening lighting, the brown undertone becomes more noticeable. Pair it with warm whites, sand-colored plaster, natural oak, aged brass, or charcoal details for a considered contrast. This shade has enough visual weight for exterior accents as well, particularly against pale masonry or creamy render.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** RAL Classic
- **Color name:** Brown red
- **Color code:** RAL 3011
- **HEX:** #782423
- **RGB:** 120, 36, 35
- **LRV:** 8.22%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Red
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** red

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 1° Saturation: 70.83% Value: 47.06%
- **HSL:** hsl(1, 55, 30)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 70.0 Yellow: 70.83 Key: 52.94
- **YIQ:** Y: 61.002 I: 50.377 Q: 17.458
- **XYZ:** X: 8.681 Y: 5.377 Z: 2.17
- **CIE Lab:** L:27.784 a:36.446 b:21.261
- **CIE Luv:** L:27.784 u:59.385 v:13.207
- **Decimal:** 7873571
- **Hunter Lab:** 23.189, 26.24, 10.683

## Equivalent and related colors
- [RAL Classic Ruby red](https://plan-home.com/color/ruby-red-ral-3003)
- [RAL Classic Pearl ruby red](https://plan-home.com/color/pearl-ruby-red-ral-3032)
- [RAL Classic Purple red](https://plan-home.com/color/purple-red-ral-3004)
- [RAL Effect RAL 460-6](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-460-6)
- [RAL Effect RAL 350-5](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-350-5)
- [RAL Effect RAL 350-4](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-350-4)
- [RAL Classic Oxide red](https://plan-home.com/color/oxide-red-ral-3009)
- [RAL Effect RAL 350-6](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-350-6)
- [RAL Classic Red brown](https://plan-home.com/color/red-brown-ral-8012)
- [RAL Effect RAL 440-M](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-440-m)
- [RAL Effect RAL 440-4](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-440-4)
- [RAL Classic Tomato red](https://plan-home.com/color/tomato-red-ral-3013)
- [RAL Classic Signal red](https://plan-home.com/color/signal-red-ral-3001)
- [RAL Classic Carmine red](https://plan-home.com/color/carmine-red-ral-3002)
- [RAL Classic Chestnut brown](https://plan-home.com/color/chestnut-brown-ral-8015)
- [RAL Classic Wine red](https://plan-home.com/color/wine-red-ral-3005)
- [RAL Classic Pearl copper](https://plan-home.com/color/pearl-copper-ral-8029)
- [Tikkurila Cayenne](https://plan-home.com/color/cayenne-m419)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [RAL Classic Coral red](https://plan-home.com/color/coral-red-ral-3016)
- [RAL Classic Pearl pink](https://plan-home.com/color/pearl-pink-ral-3033)
- [RAL Classic Tomato red](https://plan-home.com/color/tomato-red-ral-3013)

## Complementary colors
- [RAL Classic Pastel turquoise](https://plan-home.com/color/pastel-turquoise-ral-6034)
- [RAL Classic Light green](https://plan-home.com/color/light-green-ral-6027)
- [RAL Classic Mint turquoise](https://plan-home.com/color/mint-turquoise-ral-6033)
- [RAL Classic Azure blue](https://plan-home.com/color/azure-blue-ral-5009)
- [RAL Classic Pearl gentian blue](https://plan-home.com/color/pearl-gentian-blue-ral-5025)
- [RAL Classic Pearl opal green](https://plan-home.com/color/pearl-opal-green-ral-6036)
- [RAL Classic Blue green](https://plan-home.com/color/blue-green-ral-6004)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.