Rutherford 0291 is a brown paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #8A714C, estimated LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Molasses Cookie from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #8A714C · 0291
Rutherford
18%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Rutherford Technical Profile
HEX Code#8A714C
RGB138, 113, 76
Estimated LRV17.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandVista Paint
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Compare alternatives to Rutherford
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Molasses Cookie
PPG
#8B714B
Close digital match
Schindler Brown
Dunn-Edwards
#8B714C
Close digital match
Bittergreen
Benjamin Moore
#87704C
Close digital match
Rutherford
Hirshfield's
#8D734F
Close digital match
Shaker Peg
Sherwin-Williams
#8D7553
Close digital match
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#836C49
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#8A6642
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Rutherford
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rutherford
#8A714C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#989D6C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rutherford
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rutherford 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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Rutherford — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rutherford have?
Rutherford by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Rutherford from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rutherford are Molasses Cookie by PPG (a close digital match), Schindler Brown by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Bittergreen by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rutherford'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 Rutherford?
Rutherford has a estimated lightness value of 17.7, 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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