# RAL Classic Oxide red

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/oxide-red-ral-3009](https://plan-home.com/color/oxide-red-ral-3009)

RAL Classic Oxide red RAL 3009 is a deep, muted red with a noticeable earthy brown cast, reflected in its #6D342D color value. It reads warm and substantial rather than bright, bringing a grounded, weathered-red character to a room. In strong daylight, this shade can show more of its red tone, while lower or warmer light tends to emphasize its darker brown depth. Use Oxide red on a dining-room wall, a painted front door, built-in cabinetry, or exterior metalwork where its weighty color can hold its own. It pairs particularly well with soft cream, warm gray, charcoal, aged brass, natural oak, and dark iron finishes.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** RAL Classic
- **Color name:** Oxide red
- **Color code:** RAL 3009
- **HEX:** #6D342D
- **RGB:** 109, 52, 45
- **LRV:** 8.50%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Red
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** red

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 7° Saturation: 58.72% Value: 42.75%
- **HSL:** hsl(7, 42, 30)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 52.29 Yellow: 58.72 Key: 57.25
- **YIQ:** Y: 68.245 I: 36.216 Q: 9.879
- **XYZ:** X: 8.009 Y: 5.898 Z: 3.198
- **CIE Lab:** L:29.152 a:24.581 b:16.139
- **CIE Luv:** L:29.152 u:39.486 v:12.158
- **Decimal:** 7156781
- **Hunter Lab:** 24.285, 16.369, 9.19

## Equivalent and related colors
- [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 Classic Chestnut brown](https://plan-home.com/color/chestnut-brown-ral-8015)
- [RAL Effect RAL 350-5](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-350-5)
- [RAL Effect RAL 350-M](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-350-m)
- [RAL Classic Brown red](https://plan-home.com/color/brown-red-ral-3011)
- [RAL Classic Pearl copper](https://plan-home.com/color/pearl-copper-ral-8029)
- [RAL Effect RAL 350-4](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-350-4)
- [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 340-4](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-340-4)
- [Tikkurila Cayenne](https://plan-home.com/color/cayenne-m419)
- [Tikkurila Rooibos](https://plan-home.com/color/rooibos-m476)
- [RAL Effect RAL 330-4](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-330-4)
- [RAL Effect RAL 330-5](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-330-5)
- [RAL Classic Ruby red](https://plan-home.com/color/ruby-red-ral-3003)
- [RAL Classic Wine red](https://plan-home.com/color/wine-red-ral-3005)
- [RAL Classic Nut brown](https://plan-home.com/color/nut-brown-ral-8011)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [RAL Classic Pearl copper](https://plan-home.com/color/pearl-copper-ral-8029)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [RAL Classic Red brown](https://plan-home.com/color/red-brown-ral-8012)
- [RAL Classic Chestnut brown](https://plan-home.com/color/chestnut-brown-ral-8015)

## Complementary colors
- [RAL Classic Granite grey](https://plan-home.com/color/granite-grey-ral-7026)
- [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 Pastel blue](https://plan-home.com/color/pastel-blue-ral-5024)
- [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)

## 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.