Monarch vs Ruby Starlet
Monarch and Ruby Starlet are both Dulux reds. The gap between them is ΔE 4.4 — “very close”. Monarch is the lighter of the two. Both cost about £10.20 per litre.
| Monarch | Ruby Starlet | |
|---|---|---|
| Hex | #833532 | #782E34 |
| Lightness (L*) | 33 | 30 |
| Price / litre | £10.20 | £10.20 |
More Dulux comparisons
Looking across brands instead? See Monarch’s cross-brand matches and cheaper alternatives, or Ruby Starlet’s.