Kidskin Buff 3003-6A is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #E7C08D, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hubbard Squash from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E7C08D · 3003-6A
Kidskin Buff
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Kidskin Buff Technical Profile
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Kidskin Buff in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kidskin Buff in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparKidskin Buff
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsHubbard Squash
Hubbard Squash
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dreamy Gold
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Regency Cream
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gold Hearted
Behr
Nearly identical
Bag of Gold
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Autumn Equinox
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bag of Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Roasted Sesame Seed
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Halo
PPG
Very similar
Hay
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kidskin Buff
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kidskin Buff
#E7C08D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BCC171
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kidskin Buff
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kidskin Buff 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 Kidskin Buff.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kidskin Buff — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kidskin Buff have?
Kidskin Buff 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 Kidskin Buff in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kidskin Buff from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kidskin Buff are Hubbard Squash by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Harvester by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Dreamy Gold by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kidskin Buff'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 Kidskin Buff?
Kidskin Buff has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kidskin Buff's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.