Ref. #AC4D39 · M200-7
Rusty Gate
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rusty Gate Technical Profile
What color is Rusty Gate? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #AC4D39. Colors similar to Rusty Gate include Hirshfield's Sun's Rage, Vista Paint Cherry Blink, Vista Paint High Society. Rusty Gate has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Rusty Gate creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Rusty Gate
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rusty Gate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rusty Gate
#AC4D39
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AF9869
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rusty Gate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rusty Gate Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Rusty Gate.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rusty Gate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rusty Gate have?
Rusty Gate by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Rusty Gate from other brands?
The closest matches are Sun's Rage by Hirshfield's (#A94E37), Cherry Blink by Vista Paint (#A94F3E), High Society by Vista Paint (#AA4832). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rusty Gate?
Rusty Gate has an LRV of 19.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rusty Gate's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.