Ref. #952D3A · K-1222
American Rose
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
American Rose Technical Profile
What color is American Rose? It's a dark warm red with the hex code #952D3A. Colors similar to American Rose include Colorhouse Create .05, Benjamin Moore Rapture, Behr Red Velvet. American Rose has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, American Rose 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 American Rose
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With American Rose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
American Rose
#952D3A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A27153
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for American Rose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
American Rose 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to American Rose.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
American Rose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does American Rose have?
American Rose by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match American Rose from other brands?
The closest matches are Create .05 by Colorhouse (#942A35), Rapture by Benjamin Moore (#9D2F3C), Red Velvet by Behr (#91353E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of American Rose?
American Rose has an LRV of 8.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 American Rose's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.