Rave Raisin 8743 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #857271, LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smokey Claret from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #857271 · 8743
Rave Raisin
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rave Raisin Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Rave Raisin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rave Raisin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintRave Raisin
Nearly identical
BehrSmokey Claret
Smokey Claret
Behr
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Slate
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
My Devoted
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cave of the Winds
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Granite Boulder
PPG
Very similar
Roaming Pony
Valspar
Very similar
Chinchilla
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Visible difference
Emu
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rave Raisin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rave Raisin
#857271
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AA977F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rave Raisin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rave Raisin 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 Rave Raisin.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rave Raisin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rave Raisin have?
Rave Raisin by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rave Raisin in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rave Raisin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rave Raisin are Smokey Claret by Behr (a near-identical match), Cinnamon Slate by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), My Devoted by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Rave Raisin'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 Rave Raisin?
Rave Raisin has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.2, 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.
Explore More with Rave Raisin
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 Rave Raisin's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.