Ode to Joy 1137 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #9B3D47, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Timeless Ruby from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B3D47 · 1137
Ode to Joy
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ode to Joy Technical Profile
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Ode to Joy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ode to Joy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintOde to Joy
Nearly identical
BehrTimeless Ruby
Timeless Ruby
Behr
Nearly identical
Romp
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Patriot Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Charleston Cherry
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Radiant Raspberry
Kilz
Nearly identical
Santa Rosa Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fabulous Red
Valspar
Very similar
Apple-a-day
PPG
Very similar
Valentine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Red Violet
RAL
Very similar
Create .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ode to Joy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ode to Joy
#9B3D47
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A57F66
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ode to Joy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ode to Joy 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 Ode to Joy.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ode to Joy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ode to Joy have?
Ode to Joy 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 Ode to Joy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ode to Joy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ode to Joy are Timeless Ruby by Behr (a near-identical match), Romp by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Ode to Joy by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ode to Joy'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 Ode to Joy?
Ode to Joy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.8, 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 Ode to Joy's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.