RAL Classic Oxide red RAL 3009

Code:RAL 3009
Name: Oxide red
Brand:RAL Classic

What color is RAL Classic Oxide red?

Let’s dive into a full Oxide red paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful RAL 3009. Find out if this gorgeous warm red paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.

RAL Classic Oxide red reviews

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What are RAL Classic Oxide red undertones?

The undertone of Oxide red can be accurately described as a Red hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#6D342D

RGB code:

109, 52, 45

Is RAL Classic Oxide red RAL 3009 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
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With a hue of 7° thisdark redrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

RAL 3009 Oxide red HSL code: 7, 42%, 30%

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

  • Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
  • Warm red shades add a vibrant and passionate touch to a room, creating a dynamic and energetic atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, living rooms, and accent walls.
  • Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

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.

How light temperature affects Oxide red

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark red shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with RAL Classic Oxide red:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

RAL 3009
Oxide red

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Oxide red with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 187, such as RAL Classic Granite grey and Pastel turquoise.

LRV of Oxide red

Oxide red has an LRV of 8.5% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 8.5%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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HEX#6D342DCopy color code
RGB Decimal109, 52, 45Copy color code
RGB Percent42.75%, 20.39%, 17.65%Copy color code
HSVHue: 7° Saturation: 58.72% Value: 42.75%Copy color code
HSLhsl(7, 42, 30)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 52.29 Yellow: 58.72 Key: 57.25Copy color code
YIQY: 68.245 I: 36.216 Q: 9.879Copy color code
XYZX: 8.009 Y: 5.898 Z: 3.198Copy color code
CIE LabL:29.152 a:24.581 b:16.139Copy color code
CIE LuvL:29.152 u:39.486 v:12.158Copy color code
Decimal7156781Copy color code
Hunter Lab24.285, 16.369, 9.19Copy color code
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