I would trust your eyes in your space, and not worry about photoshopped/over exposed images online. Hold the sample low, and high, just like your range and hood will be.

Thanks. I have done that. I’ve actually taped it up and below in those spaces for days at a time, to see it I. Various lighting situations. A BS regional manager who has been kind enough to work with me on this issue describes the color as a deep cherry red, not burgundy, and my KD said the smaller samples often appear darker than when enlarged in real life on the range and hood, so hence my confusion. I’m afraid carmine will then appear too bright and orange red, while ruby might be just the color I’m hoping for. I so appreciate your input, but was hoping for a color description by a ruby red range or hood owner to validate the look of the color. If only I could see a red range in real life (and compare it to my sample) before I have to order, that would be ideal. That not being possible, I’m reaching out for owners’ descriptions.

I agree that the small sample will appear darker than the actual range. Good luck! Hope it's exactly what you wanted once you decide :)

Thanks for your reply. So kind of you. I’ve set today for my decision deadline, after researching this for over a month, so I’m just going to have to take a plunge. Hopefully I’ll learn to live with either a too bright or too dark color...unless it turns out to be just right. I feel like Goldilocks!

I looked at the google images, I would go with the Ruby Red...which was your instinct I believe :) I just did a kitchen with very dark green cabinets...for a second I doubted if they were going to be too dark based on the small door sample that my cabinet maker gave me...they are SO perfect! I'm glad that I didn't go a shade lighter. The larger scale really changes the color a little.

Very helpful...thanks!

Thank you. I only have a choice of ruby red or carmine red, both RAL paint colors. In my case, any color of red beings me joy and happiness!

Italian Cook.

Would love to see pics when you get your beauty installed. I have the same RAL paint chips lying in my kitchen waiting for red inspiration. Hoping the Ruby Red works out for you.

I ended up ordering my range in Carmine . Ruby just looked too burgandy, in spite of my brightly lit kitchen. i am nervou awaiting word on production and delivery.

Wow, the range and hood are gorgeous! You picked the right color that is for sure!

Thanks. It was so nerve wracking, choosing the color, from a small sample (that decision alone took me almost two months!) , then waiting almost three months for production and delivery, but the end result was worth all the stress. We’re so happy with it!

That is so bold and oh my gosh did you pull it off! I don't think I could cook in that kitchen, I'd just stand there and drool.

Haha. Thanks It looks like somebody threw a vanilla milkshake all over the entire kitchen… except for the range/hood! It totally stands out. That’s why I was so anxious about picking the right color! I love red!

Murffy
I know it been a few months, but did you ever make a decision? Just want to reassure you that if you go with your gut ( or did), your decision will be the right one.

Italian Cook

Wow, just wow.

No, I still have some time before I have to make a decision. Your range and hood combination is just breathtaking.

And it suits your houzz name perfectly!

Thanks. I have to admit, I’m extra happy now every time I’m cooking. Good luck with your kitchen reno!