Lilac Buds 1004-8B is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #DFCCCE, estimated LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Malted from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #DFCCCE · 1004-8B
Lilac Buds
63%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lilac Buds Technical Profile
HEX Code#DFCCCE
RGB223, 204, 206
Estimated LRV63.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#DECCCF
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#DFCDD0
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#E0CDD1
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#E1CBCC
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Colors That Work With Lilac Buds
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lilac Buds
#DFCCCE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9585
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lilac Buds
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lilac Buds 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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Lilac Buds — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lilac Buds have?
Lilac Buds by Valspar has a neutral 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 Lilac Buds from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lilac Buds are Malted by Behr (a close digital match), Rosebud Pink by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Rosebud by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lilac Buds'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 Lilac Buds?
Lilac Buds has a estimated lightness value of 63.3, 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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