Sherwin Williams Roycroft Copper Red: A Complete Color Review

Looking for the perfect deep red-brown paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Sherwin Williams Roycroft Copper Red and if it might be right for your home!

Deep, rich reds bring bold energy and personality into a space. They’re dramatic and impossible to ignore. Reds are there to make a statement.

Some reds feel fiery and bright, while others feel more moody and luxurious. Rookwood Coper Red is the latter, making it a timeless and stylish choice.

Let's dive into the details of Rookwood Copper Red and see if this historic hue is right for your home.

Roycroft Copper Red, Sherwin Williams, SW 2839

Roycroft Copper Red is a deep, rich red-brown, perfect for adding some sophisticated drama to your space.

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Color Family

Roycroft Copper Red is in the orange family.

Light Reflectance Value

7

Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100, with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.

With an LRV of 7, Roycroft Copper Red is a dark, rich color. This means it absorbs light rather than reflecting it — great for creating a cozy vibe.

RGB Colors

R: 125 G: 55 B: 40

RGB describes the amount of each color - red, green, and blue - present in a color. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. This is basically the color mix to make the color!

Hex Code

#7B3728

Undertones

Roycroft Copper Red is a deep red-brown with an orange undertone that gives it warmth and depth.

Because it has such a low LRV, Roycroft Copper Red stays consistently dark and moody in almost any setting. In north-facing rooms with very little natural light, it holds onto that deep richness, creating an intense and dramatic feel.

In brighter, south-facing rooms, you'll notice more of the warmth peeking through. That little glow of orange makes Roycroft Copper Red feel a touch softer and more welcoming.

Best uses

Rookwood Copper Red is one of those paint colors that works best in spots where you want drama or coziness. It looks especially great in historic homes. I'd use it for:

• Cozy bedrooms, living rooms, or dens.
• Trim and moldings for a sophisticated feel.
• Accent walls for a bold, dramatic touch
• Built-ins
• Interior doors
• Shutters
• Furniture pieces
• Fireplaces as a striking focal point in the room

Similar Colors

If you love Rookwood Copper Red but want to explore other options, here are some close matches:

• Sherwin Williams Fireweed
• Benjamin Moore Rustique
• Behr Red Pepper
• Sherwin Williams Crabby Apple
• Benjamin Moore Brick Red
• Behr Moroccan Ruby
• Sherwin Williams Rustic Red

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Coordinating Colors

Rookwood Copper Red pairs well with other warm colors, like soft whites, beiges, khakis, tans, grays, browns, and blacks.

For a bit more contrast, pair Rookwood Copper Red with greens, blues, oranges, or yellows.

Warm neutrals:

• Weathered Shingle
• Barcelona Beige
• Dapper Tan
• Cargo Pants
• Dark Brown

Warm whites:

• Shell White
• Geek Villa
• Westhighland White
• Whitetail
• Alabaster

Mid to dark reds / oranges:

• Peppery
• Quite Coral
• Jalapeño
• Robust Orange
• Baked Clay

Trim Colors

As a dark warm color, Rookwood Copper Red pairs well with soft whites for trim.

Soft white trim colors:

• Sherwin Williams Alabaster
• Benjamin Moore White Dove
• Behr Cameo White

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FAQS

Here are some common frequently asked questions about Roycroft Copper Red.

What colors complement Roycroft Copper Red?

As a deep, rich color, Rookwood Copper Red pairs well with other warm colors, including soft whites, beiges, khakis, tans, grays, browns, and blacks.

For a bit more color, pair Rookwood Copper Red with greens, blues, oranges, or yellows.

I love Roycroft Copper Red with Shell White, Barcelona Beige, Weathered Shingle, or Peppery.

Is Roycroft Copper Red warm or cool?

Roycroft Copper Red is a warm paint color. It's a deep, rich red-brown with orange undertones.

What's the difference: Roycroft Copper Red vs Rookwood Dark Red?

While these two are both part of Sherwin Williams' Historic Color collection, they have some key differences.

Both are dark, rich colors; however, Rookwood Dark Red is darker than Roycroft Copper Red.

Roycroft Copper Red leans more orange, and Rookwood Dark Red leans more red.

Swatching both colors will help you see the difference and decide which one suits your style best.

What color trim with SW Roycroft Copper Red?

As a dark warm color, Rookwood Copper Red looks great with soft whites for trim. I love Behr Cameo White, SW Alabaster, or BM White Dove for soft trim.

Is Roycroft Copper Red too dark?

This depends! With an LRV of 7, Roycroft Copper Red is a dark, rich color, but it's not the absolute darkest.

In darker, north-facing rooms, it will look deep, rich, and dramatic. In brighter, south-facing rooms, Roycroft Copper Red will still be dark but it will feel a touch softer.

If you're debating, give Roycroft Copper Red a swatch in your home and see what you think.

Thanks for reading!