Southwest Spirit 8638 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #935A4B, LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Russet Leather from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #935A4B · 8638
Southwest Spirit
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Southwest Spirit Technical Profile
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Southwest Spirit in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Southwest Spirit in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintSouthwest Spirit
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsRusset Leather
Russet Leather
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Brickyard Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Earth Tone
Behr
Nearly identical
Tropical Nut
Valspar
Nearly identical
Boothill Brown
PPG
Very similar
Shelled Peanut
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Autumn Ridge
Kilz
Very similar
Cogswell Cedar
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rookwood Terra Cotta
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Picture Gallery Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Southwest Spirit
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Southwest Spirit
#935A4B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A09271
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Southwest Spirit
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Southwest Spirit 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 Southwest Spirit.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Southwest Spirit — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Southwest Spirit have?
Southwest Spirit 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 Southwest Spirit in your own space before committing.
What colors match Southwest Spirit from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Southwest Spirit are Russet Leather by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Brickyard Red by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), California Redwood by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Southwest Spirit'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 Southwest Spirit?
Southwest Spirit has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Southwest Spirit's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.