Francesca K-712 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #9F253D, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cherry Burst from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9F253D · K-712
Francesca
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Francesca Technical Profile
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Francesca in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Francesca in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintFrancesca
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCherry Burst
Cherry Burst
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Velvet Cake
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
No More Drama
Behr
Nearly identical
Radish
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Crimson Strawberry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Red Violet
RAL
Very similar
Santa Rosa Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Con Brio
Valspar
Very similar
Create .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Radiant Raspberry
Kilz
Very similar
Red Delicious
PPG
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Francesca
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Francesca
#9F253D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AA694D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Francesca
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Francesca 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 Francesca.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Francesca — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Francesca have?
Francesca 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 Francesca in your own space before committing.
What colors match Francesca from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Francesca are Cherry Burst by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Velvet Cake by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Romeo O Romeo by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Francesca'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 Francesca?
Francesca has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.0, 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
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 Francesca's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.