Sunbaked Clay 8617 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #D9A797, LRV 45 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cottage Rose from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9A797 · 8617
Sunbaked Clay
45%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sunbaked Clay Technical Profile
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Sunbaked Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sunbaked Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintSunbaked Clay
Nearly identical
BehrCottage Rose
Cottage Rose
Behr
Nearly identical
Cedarville
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Salmon Mousse
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Auburn Wave
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Londonderry Coral
PPG
Nearly identical
Key'S Retreat
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Orange Ginger
Kilz
Very similar
Arizona Dust
Valspar
Very similar
Mellow Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sunbaked Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sunbaked Clay
#D9A797
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5A77D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sunbaked Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sunbaked Clay 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 Sunbaked Clay.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sunbaked Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sunbaked Clay have?
Sunbaked Clay 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 Sunbaked Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sunbaked Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sunbaked Clay are Cottage Rose by Behr (a near-identical match), Cedarville by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Salmon Mousse by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sunbaked Clay'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 Sunbaked Clay?
Sunbaked Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Sunbaked Clay's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.