Sunbaked Earth 8005 is a brown paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #AE6241, LRV 18 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cinnamon Cake from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AE6241 · 8005
Sunbaked Earth
18%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sunbaked Earth Technical Profile
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Sunbaked Earth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sunbaked Earth 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 Earth
Nearly identical
ValsparCinnamon Cake
Cinnamon Cake
Valspar
Nearly identical
Georgia Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fragrant Cloves
PPG
Nearly identical
Pretty Parasol
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rust
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Reynard
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Deep Rooted
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pumpkin Drizzle
Behr
Very similar
Scorching Hot
Kilz
Very similar
Wood .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Orange Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sunbaked Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sunbaked Earth
#AE6241
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFA373
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sunbaked Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sunbaked Earth 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 Earth.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sunbaked Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sunbaked Earth have?
Sunbaked Earth by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sunbaked Earth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sunbaked Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sunbaked Earth are Cinnamon Cake by Valspar (a near-identical match), Georgia Clay by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Fragrant Cloves by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sunbaked Earth'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 Earth?
Sunbaked Earth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.1, 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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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 Earth's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.