Doric Pink 1008-3C is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CA808B, estimated LRV 30 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Melita from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #CA808B · 1008-3C
Doric Pink
30%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Doric Pink Technical Profile
HEX Code#CA808B
RGB202, 128, 139
Estimated LRV29.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyred
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Doric Pink
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Doric Pink
#CA808B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B29280
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Doric Pink
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Doric Pink 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
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Doric Pink — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Doric Pink have?
Doric Pink by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Doric Pink from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Doric Pink are Melita by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Genuine Pink by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Fashion Front Rose by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Doric Pink'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 Doric Pink?
Doric Pink has a estimated lightness value of 29.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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