Ref. #F0D6CA · C-40
Chinese Cherry
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chinese Cherry Technical Profile
What color is Chinese Cherry? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F0D6CA. Colors similar to Chinese Cherry include Hirshfield's Chinese Cherry, Valspar Morning Glow, Benjamin Moore Love Happiness. Chinese Cherry has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, Chinese Cherry reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Chinese Cherry
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chinese Cherry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chinese Cherry
#F0D6CA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBAF77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chinese Cherry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chinese Cherry 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 Chinese Cherry.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chinese Cherry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chinese Cherry have?
Chinese Cherry by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Chinese Cherry from other brands?
The closest matches are Chinese Cherry by Hirshfield's (#F1D7CB), Morning Glow by Valspar (#EFD3C6), Love Happiness by Benjamin Moore (#F3DACD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chinese Cherry?
Chinese Cherry has an LRV of 70.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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