Melita 8111 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #C87F87, LRV 29 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Genuine Pink from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C87F87 · 8111
Melita
29%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Melita Technical Profile
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Melita in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Melita in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintMelita
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGenuine Pink
Genuine Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Doric Pink
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fashion Front Rose
PPG
Nearly identical
Victorian Rouge
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Chick Flick
Behr
Very similar
Tuberose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
King's Cloak
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rose Lane
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Watermelon Crush
Kilz
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Melita
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Melita
#C87F87
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B19481
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Melita
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Melita 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 Melita.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Melita — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Melita have?
Melita 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 Melita in your own space before committing.
What colors match Melita from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Melita are Genuine Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Doric Pink by Valspar (a near-identical match), Fashion Front Rose by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Melita'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 Melita?
Melita has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Melita's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.