Horseshoe 8004-48E is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #888591, LRV 24 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusked Purple from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #888591 · 8004-48E
Horseshoe
24%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Horseshoe Technical Profile
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Horseshoe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Horseshoe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparHorseshoe
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyDusked Purple
Dusked Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Old Amethyst
Behr
Nearly identical
Soft Greyed Heather
PPG
Very similar
Gris Morado
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Warrior
Kilz
Very similar
Purple Haze
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Garden Beauty
Vista Paint
Very similar
Winding Road
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Slate Tint
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Telegrey 2
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Horseshoe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Horseshoe
#888591
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A385AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Horseshoe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Horseshoe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Horseshoe have?
Horseshoe by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Horseshoe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Horseshoe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Horseshoe are Dusked Purple by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Old Amethyst by Behr (a near-identical match), Old Amethyst by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Horseshoe'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 Horseshoe?
Horseshoe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.1, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Horseshoe's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.