Codman Claret H0008 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #8B3F3F, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Codman Claret from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8B3F3F · H0008
Codman Claret
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Codman Claret Technical Profile
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Codman Claret in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Codman Claret in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintCodman Claret
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sCodman Claret
Codman Claret
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Caliente
Behr
Nearly identical
Royal Red Flush
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rusty Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Maple Leaf Red
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Red Bay
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cut Ruby
Valspar
Very similar
Haute Red
Kilz
Very similar
Mulberry Tree
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Create .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Red Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Codman Claret
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Codman Claret
#8B3F3F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B7F62
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Codman Claret
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Codman Claret 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 Codman Claret.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Codman Claret — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Codman Claret have?
Codman Claret 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 Codman Claret in your own space before committing.
What colors match Codman Claret from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Codman Claret are Codman Claret by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Caliente by Behr (a near-identical match), Ripe Currant by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Codman Claret'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 Codman Claret?
Codman Claret has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.4, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Codman Claret's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.