China Rouge AC117 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #C44538, LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cornwallis Red from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C44538 · AC117
China Rouge
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
China Rouge Technical Profile
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China Rouge in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to China Rouge in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintChina Rouge
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCornwallis Red
Cornwallis Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sweet Baby Rose
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Fire
Behr
Very similar
Petal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Stop
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lovely Love Song
Valspar
Very similar
Luscious Scarlet
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Heart Throb
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pure Red
RAL
Very similar
Red Geranium
PPG
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Atomic Red
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With China Rouge
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
China Rouge
#C44538
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BA9E75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for China Rouge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
China Rouge 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 China Rouge.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
China Rouge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does China Rouge have?
China Rouge by Vista Paint 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 China Rouge in your own space before committing.
What colors match China Rouge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to China Rouge are Cornwallis Red by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ravishing Red by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sweet Baby Rose by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting China Rouge'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 China Rouge?
China Rouge has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.3, 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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Why China Rouge's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.