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A match of Dunn Edwards DE6028 Dark Ruby reads as a dark, muted red-brown with a brown-leaning ruby cast. Its low LRV and moderate chroma give it a restrained, grounded character rather than a bright red appearance.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be useful on small parts and fixtures where a deep red-brown needs to look deliberate and consistent. It is a practical choice for metal railings, mailbox bodies, vent covers, speaker grilles, switch plates, brackets, shelf supports, shutter hardware, door hardware, and decorative trim pieces that spray more evenly than they brush.
Because this is a dark color, surface texture and sheen differences can be noticeable, especially on glossy or uneven substrates. Coverage is usually less challenging than with very light colors, but the final result still depends on surface prep, film build, and finish choice. On worn or patchy parts, a uniform primer and even spray coats can help the color read more consistently.
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Dunn-Edwards has been the leading paint manufacturer in the Southwestern United States since 1925. They are committed to providing the superior products and services that their customers have come to expect. Their mission has always been to provide the best performing paint, in an environmentally sound manner to protect the health and well-being of their customers.
MyPerfectColor is able match all of the Dunn Edwards paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Dunn Edwards color by matching the original Dunn Edwards color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Dunn Edwards paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Dunn Edwards Color and may not match Dunn Edwards Color standards. Refer to Dunn Edwards Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Dunn Edwards color. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for years, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve best results by re-coating the entire surface.
If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.
Before ordering, confirm the exact brand color reference, the product format you need, the sheen, and the quantity. MyPerfectColor makes a custom match to the selected Dunn Edwards color reference, so the order should be set up carefully.
Custom-made color matches are made to order and are not returnable or refundable, so it is important to verify that DE6028 Dark Ruby is the target you want before you place the order.
Choose the sheen based on how the item will be used and how much durability or cleanup you need. Lower sheens usually reduce reflection and can hide surface variation better, while higher sheens are easier to wipe clean and will look glossier on the finished item.
With DE6028 Dark Ruby, sheen also changes how the matched color reads on the part you paint, so pick the finish that fits both the project and the appearance you want on that specific surface.
Coverage depends on the size of the item, surface texture, how much the surface absorbs paint, the application method, and how many coats are needed. For spray paint, one can typically covers about 20 square feet with one coat. Other MyPerfectColor paints typically cover between 400 and 600 square feet.
If you are ordering a match of DE6028 Dark Ruby for a large part or for multiple pieces, plan enough quantity to cover the surface evenly and allow for the number of coats your project requires.
Confirm DE6028 Dark Ruby from a physical swatch, paint chip, or a known existing painted sample from the original Dunn Edwards reference rather than relying on a screen view. Screen color can vary and may not show the reference accurately.
MyPerfectColor matches to the selected brand color standard, so the important step is verifying that DE6028 Dark Ruby is the exact target color you want before you place the order.
Yes. A match of Dunn Edwards DE6028 Dark Ruby can be ordered as MyPerfectColor custom spray paint for items such as frames, baskets, shelving, hardware, fixtures, and other small parts where spray application is practical.
This format is useful when you need a part to coordinate with a known Dunn Edwards color reference and the item is easier to paint with a spray finish than with a brush-on product. Proper surface preparation still matters for the final result.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Dunn Edwards DE6028 Dark Ruby enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.
The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Dunn Edwards DE6028 Dark Ruby in its color archive. This enables us to make paint and verify that it matches the original.
Please note that if your material is not new then the paint may not work for touch up as your material has aged and is likely different than it was when new. Learn more about our color matching accuracy. If you need a touch up application, send us a part and we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.
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While we can provide Dunn Edwards DE6028 Dark Ruby in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.
However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.
Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.