Tropical Heat 1082 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #BF3339, LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tropical Heat from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BF3339 · 1082
Tropical Heat
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Tropical Heat Technical Profile
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Tropical Heat in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tropical Heat in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintTropical Heat
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sTropical Heat
Tropical Heat
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Edgy Red
Behr
Nearly identical
Poppied Red
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hot Jazz
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Atomic Red
Kilz
Nearly identical
Real Red
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Neon Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Raspberry Red
RAL
Very similar
Red Geranium
PPG
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Classic Red
Valspar
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tropical Heat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Heat
#BF3339
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B88F6D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Heat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Heat 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 Tropical Heat.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tropical Heat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Heat have?
Tropical Heat 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 Tropical Heat in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tropical Heat from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Heat are Tropical Heat by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Edgy Red by Behr (a near-identical match), Poppied Red by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tropical Heat'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 Tropical Heat?
Tropical Heat has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.7, 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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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 Tropical Heat's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.