Leaf Rust AC118 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #A0392F, estimated 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.
Vista Paint · #A0392F · AC118
Leaf Rust
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Leaf Rust Technical Profile
HEX Code#A0392F
RGB160, 57, 47
Estimated LRV10.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Leaf Rust
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Leaf Rust from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Leaf Rust are Deep Rose by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Fahrenheit by Kilz (a close digital match), Chinese Red by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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