Leaf Rust AC118 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #A0392F, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Rose from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A0392F · AC118
Leaf Rust
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Leaf Rust Technical Profile
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Leaf Rust in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Leaf Rust in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintLeaf Rust
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreDeep Rose
Deep Rose
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fahrenheit
Kilz
Nearly identical
Chinese Red
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Colorful Leaves
Behr
Very similar
Rum Punch
PPG
Very similar
Regaled Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Red Revival
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Très Bien
Valspar
Very similar
Carmine Red
RAL
Very similar
Dark Marmalade
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Leaf Rust
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Leaf Rust
#A0392F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AA8858
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Leaf Rust
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Leaf Rust 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 Leaf Rust.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Leaf Rust — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Leaf Rust have?
Leaf Rust 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 Leaf Rust in your own space before committing.
What colors match Leaf Rust from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Leaf Rust are Deep Rose by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fahrenheit by Kilz (a near-identical match), Chinese Red by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Leaf Rust'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 Leaf Rust?
Leaf Rust has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Leaf Rust's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.