Vivid Orange 2011-3 is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CF5942, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spirit Warrior from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CF5942 · 2011-3
Vivid Orange
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Vivid Orange Technical Profile
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Vivid Orange in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Vivid Orange in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparVivid Orange
Nearly identical
BehrSpirit Warrior
Spirit Warrior
Behr
Nearly identical
Emotional
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Skyrocket Red
PPG
Very similar
Chiles De Arbol
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Grand Duke
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tropical Orange
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Clementine
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gingham Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dynamite
Kilz
Very similar
Salmon Pink
RAL
Very similar
Charlotte's Locks
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vivid Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vivid Orange
#CF5942
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BDA575
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vivid Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vivid Orange 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Vivid Orange.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Vivid Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vivid Orange have?
Vivid Orange by Valspar 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 Vivid Orange in your own space before committing.
What colors match Vivid Orange from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vivid Orange are Spirit Warrior by Behr (a near-identical match), Tiki Torch by Behr (a near-identical match), Emotional by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Vivid Orange'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 Vivid Orange?
Vivid Orange has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.8, 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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Related Reading
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 Vivid Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.