Apricot Ice 2001-2C is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F8E3DA, LRV 80 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pale Shrimp from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F8E3DA · 2001-2C
Apricot Ice
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Apricot Ice Technical Profile
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Apricot Ice in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Apricot Ice in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparApricot Ice
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sPale Shrimp
Pale Shrimp
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Flamingo Peach
PPG
Nearly identical
Pink Cloud
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lotus Petal
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sherry Cream
Behr
Nearly identical
Pale Shrimp
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rosy Cloud
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Beachfront Blush
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Taupe Pearls
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tailor Tack
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Apricot Ice
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Apricot Ice
#F8E3DA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C3B26F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Apricot Ice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Apricot Ice 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 Ice.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Apricot Ice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Apricot Ice have?
Apricot Ice by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Apricot Ice in your own space before committing.
What colors match Apricot Ice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Apricot Ice are Pale Shrimp by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Flamingo Peach by PPG (a near-identical match), Pink Cloud by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Apricot Ice'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 Ice?
Apricot Ice has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 80.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Why Apricot Ice's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.