Lovebug 1005-10B is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CAB1AE, LRV 47 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Insightful Rose from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAB1AE · 1005-10B
Lovebug
47%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Lovebug Technical Profile
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Lovebug in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lovebug in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLovebug
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsInsightful Rose
Insightful Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Allegory
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wispy Mauve
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Vintage Tea Rose
Behr
Nearly identical
Rose Bisque
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Subdued
PPG
Very similar
Demetrio
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sauterne
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Simply Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lovebug
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lovebug
#CAB1AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9D85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lovebug
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lovebug 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 Lovebug.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lovebug — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lovebug have?
Lovebug 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 Lovebug in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lovebug from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lovebug are Insightful Rose by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Allegory by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Wispy Mauve by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lovebug'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 Lovebug?
Lovebug has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.1, 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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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 Lovebug's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.