Ref. #693834 · K-1096
Spice Variety
6%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Spice Variety Technical Profile
What color is Spice Variety? It's a dark warm red with the hex code #693834. Colors similar to Spice Variety include Behr Wine Barrel, Behr Dark Cherry Mocha, Benjamin Moore Arroyo Red. Spice Variety has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Spice Variety creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Spice Variety
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spice Variety
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spice Variety
#693834
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D6B53
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spice Variety
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spice Variety 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 Spice Variety.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spice Variety — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spice Variety have?
Spice Variety by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Spice Variety from other brands?
The closest matches are Wine Barrel by Behr (#683634), Dark Cherry Mocha by Behr (#663936), Arroyo Red by Benjamin Moore (#6F3832). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Spice Variety?
Spice Variety has an LRV of 6.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Spice Variety's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.