RAL Effect RAL 460-5
| Code: | RAL 460-5 |
| Name: | |
| Brand: | RAL Effect |
What color is RAL Effect RAL 460-5?
Let’s dive into a full RAL 460-5 paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful RAL 460-5. 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 Effect RAL 460-5 reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
Try before you buy

100% accurate
reusable paint samples
Peel, stick,
and repeat
Twice painted
with real paint
Next day
delivery
What are RAL Effect RAL 460-5 undertones?
The undertone of RAL 460-5 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#A8373B
RGB code:
168, 55, 59
Is RAL Effect RAL 460-5 cool or warm?
With a hue of 358° thisdark redrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
RAL 460-5 HSL code: 358, 51%, 44%
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 RAL 460-5
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 sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All 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:


4000K
LRV of RAL 460-5
RAL 460-5 has an LRV of 10.25% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?
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 10.25%, 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
We have collected almost every possible color code you could ever need. To copy the code, just click the icon to the right of it.
| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #A8373B | |
| RGB Decimal | 168, 55, 59 | |
| RGB Percent | 65.88%, 21.57%, 23.14% | |
| HSV | Hue: 358° Saturation: 67.26% Value: 65.88% | |
| HSL | hsl(358, 51, 44) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 67.26 Yellow: 64.88 Key: 34.12 | |
| YIQ | Y: 89.243 I: 66.051 Q: 25.148 | |
| XYZ | X: 18.306 Y: 11.375 Z: 5.368 | |
| CIE Lab | L:40.206 a:46.482 b:23.57 | |
| CIE Luv | L:40.206 u:83.247 v:16.188 | |
| Decimal | 11024187 | |
| Hunter Lab | 33.728, 37.858, 14.172 |
Color equivalents
RAL 3031
Orient red
RAL Classic

RAL 460-M
RAL Effect

SW 6863
Lusty Red
Sherwin Williams

SW 7588
Show Stopper
Sherwin Williams

SW 6594
Poinsettia
Sherwin Williams
SW 6861
Radish
Sherwin Williams
SW 6866
Heartthrob
Sherwin Williams
SW 6871
Positive Red
Sherwin Williams

SW 6865
Gypsy Red
Sherwin Williams
217
Rectory Red
Farrow and Ball

RAL 3027
Raspberry red
RAL Classic

248
Incarnadine
Farrow and Ball

RAL 440-3
RAL Effect

SW 6587
Valentine
Sherwin Williams
RAL 470-5
RAL Effect

SW 6862
Cherries Jubilee
Sherwin Williams
RAL 470-6
RAL Effect

SW 6580
Cerise
Sherwin Williams
SW 6321
Red Bay
Sherwin Williams
SW 6868
Real Red
Sherwin Williams

























