Baked Bahama 1006-3A is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #98535C, LRV 14 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mesa Red from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #98535C · 1006-3A
Baked Bahama
14%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Baked Bahama Technical Profile
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Baked Bahama in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Baked Bahama in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBaked Bahama
Nearly identical
PPGMesa Red
Mesa Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Rialto
Behr
Very similar
Barrett Brick
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Kirsch Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Depression Glass
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cinnamon Apple
Kilz
Very similar
Merlot
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Prosperity
Vista Paint
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Prosperity
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Baked Bahama
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Baked Bahama
#98535C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A58979
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Baked Bahama
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Baked Bahama 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 Baked Bahama.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Baked Bahama — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Baked Bahama have?
Baked Bahama by Valspar has a warm (pink) 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 Baked Bahama in your own space before committing.
What colors match Baked Bahama from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Baked Bahama are Mesa Red by PPG (a near-identical match), Pomegranate Punch by PPG (a very close match), Rialto by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Baked Bahama'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 Baked Bahama?
Baked Bahama has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.6, 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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