Apricot Blush 8003-8A is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F0D4CA, LRV 70 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orchid Pink from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F0D4CA · 8003-8A
Apricot Blush
70%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Apricot Blush Technical Profile
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Apricot Blush in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Apricot Blush in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparApricot Blush
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreOrchid Pink
Orchid Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Shelled
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tan Whirl
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cool Cantaloupe
PPG
Nearly identical
Chinese Cherry
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Chinese Cherry
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Romance
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cameo Coral
Kilz
Nearly identical
Conch Shell
Behr
Nearly identical
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Apricot Blush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Apricot Blush
#F0D4CA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBAB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Apricot Blush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Apricot Blush 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Apricot Blush.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Apricot Blush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Apricot Blush have?
Apricot Blush by Valspar 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 Apricot Blush in your own space before committing.
What colors match Apricot Blush from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Apricot Blush are Orchid Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), East Lake Rose by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Shelled by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Apricot Blush'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 Apricot Blush?
Apricot Blush has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Apricot Blush's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.