Doric Pink 1008-3C is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CA808B, 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.
Ref. #CA808B · 1008-3C
Doric Pink
30%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Doric Pink Technical Profile
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Doric Pink in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Doric Pink in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparDoric Pink
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMelita
Melita
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Genuine Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fashion Front Rose
PPG
Very similar
Tuberose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Portuguese Dawn
Behr
Very similar
King's Cloak
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Victorian Rouge
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rose Lane
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Watermelon Crush
Kilz
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Doric Pink
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Doric Pink.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Doric Pink in your own space before committing.
What colors match Doric Pink from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Doric Pink are Melita by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Genuine Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Doric Pink's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.