Monterey Chestnut 0123 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #7A3F2F, LRV 8 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rustique from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7A3F2F · 0123
Monterey Chestnut
8%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Monterey Chestnut Technical Profile
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Monterey Chestnut in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Monterey Chestnut in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintMonterey Chestnut
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreRustique
Rustique
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Monterey Chestnut
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pearl Copper
RAL
Very similar
Smoked Paprika
Valspar
Very similar
October Leaves
Behr
Very similar
Roycroft Copper Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Raw Clay
Kilz
Very similar
Red Farmhouse
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Old Redwood
PPG
Very similar
Spice of Life
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Clay .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Monterey Chestnut
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Monterey Chestnut
#7A3F2F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8B7A51
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Monterey Chestnut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Monterey Chestnut 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 Monterey Chestnut.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Monterey Chestnut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Monterey Chestnut have?
Monterey Chestnut 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 Monterey Chestnut in your own space before committing.
What colors match Monterey Chestnut from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Monterey Chestnut are Rustique by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Clydesdale Brown by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Monterey Chestnut by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Monterey Chestnut'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 Monterey Chestnut?
Monterey Chestnut has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.9, 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 Monterey Chestnut's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.