Truffle Trouble 8605 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #9F4D38, LRV 13 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spicy Hue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9F4D38 · 8605
Truffle Trouble
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Truffle Trouble Technical Profile
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Truffle Trouble in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Truffle Trouble in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintTruffle Trouble
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSpicy Hue
Spicy Hue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cinnamon
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ancient Copper
PPG
Very similar
Carrot Cake
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Arizona Sun
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Kalahari Sunset
Behr
Very similar
Arabian Red
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Crimson Glow
Valspar
Very similar
Autumn Ridge
Kilz
Very similar
Bamboozle
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Copper Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Truffle Trouble
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Truffle Trouble
#9F4D38
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A89362
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Truffle Trouble
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Truffle Trouble 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 Truffle Trouble.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Truffle Trouble — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Truffle Trouble have?
Truffle Trouble 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 Truffle Trouble in your own space before committing.
What colors match Truffle Trouble from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Truffle Trouble are Spicy Hue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Cinnamon by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Rich Chestnut by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Truffle Trouble'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 Truffle Trouble?
Truffle Trouble has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Truffle Trouble's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.