Rustique AF-275 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7D3F2F, LRV 8 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Monterey Chestnut from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7D3F2F · AF-275
Rustique
8%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rustique Technical Profile
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Rustique in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rustique in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreRustique
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMonterey Chestnut
Monterey Chestnut
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Monterey Chestnut
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Smoked Paprika
Valspar
Nearly identical
Roycroft Copper Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pearl Copper
RAL
Very similar
True Copper
Behr
Very similar
Raw Clay
Kilz
Very similar
Rustic Rouge
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cherry Cola
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Red Clay
PPG
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rustique
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rustique
#7D3F2F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E7C51
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rustique
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rustique 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 Rustique.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rustique — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rustique have?
Rustique 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 Rustique in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rustique from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rustique are Monterey Chestnut by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Outrageous by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Monterey Chestnut by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rustique'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 Rustique?
Rustique has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.1, 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 Rustique's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.