Cherry Burst CSP-1200 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A0243E, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Francesca from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A0243E · CSP-1200
Cherry Burst
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cherry Burst Technical Profile
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Cherry Burst in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cherry Burst in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCherry Burst
Nearly identical
Vista PaintFrancesca
Francesca
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Velvet Cake
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
No More Drama
Behr
Nearly identical
Radish
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Crimson Strawberry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Red Violet
RAL
Very similar
Rumba Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Con Brio
Valspar
Very similar
Create .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Radiant Raspberry
Kilz
Very similar
Red Delicious
PPG
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cherry Burst
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cherry Burst
#A0243E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AA684D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cherry Burst
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cherry Burst 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Cherry Burst.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cherry Burst — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cherry Burst have?
Cherry Burst by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cherry Burst in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cherry Burst from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cherry Burst are Francesca by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Velvet Cake by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Velvet Cake by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cherry Burst's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Cherry Burst?
Cherry Burst has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cherry Burst's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.