Dark Cherry Tart AC128 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #6E3940, LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fine Wine from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6E3940 · AC128
Dark Cherry Tart
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dark Cherry Tart Technical Profile
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Dark Cherry Tart in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Cherry Tart in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintDark Cherry Tart
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsFine Wine
Fine Wine
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Raisin Torte
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Merlot
PPG
Nearly identical
Queen's Rose
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Garnet Evening
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Leather Bound
Behr
Very similar
Jazzy Red
Valspar
Very similar
Holiday Berry
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Boysenberry Pie
Kilz
Very similar
Wood .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Cherry Tart
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Cherry Tart
#6E3940
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#836757
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Cherry Tart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Cherry Tart 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 Dark Cherry Tart.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Cherry Tart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Cherry Tart have?
Dark Cherry Tart by Vista Paint has a warm (pink) 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 Dark Cherry Tart in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Cherry Tart from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Cherry Tart are Fine Wine by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Raisin Torte by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Merlot by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Cherry Tart'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 Dark Cherry Tart?
Dark Cherry Tart has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.6, 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 Dark Cherry Tart's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.