Mon Cher Ami 8001-6F is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BF4A60, LRV 17 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heartfelt from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BF4A60 · 8001-6F
Mon Cher Ami
17%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mon Cher Ami Technical Profile
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Mon Cher Ami in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mon Cher Ami in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMon Cher Ami
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsHeartfelt
Heartfelt
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Salsa Diane
PPG
Very similar
Pink Dahlia
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rose Wine
Behr
Very similar
Drop Dead Gorgeous
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Punky Pink
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Punky Pink
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hibiscus Flower
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ibis Pink
Kilz
Very similar
Telemagenta
RAL
Visible difference
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mon Cher Ami
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mon Cher Ami
#BF4A60
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B68E7C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mon Cher Ami
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mon Cher Ami 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
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Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mon Cher Ami — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mon Cher Ami have?
Mon Cher Ami by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Mon Cher Ami in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mon Cher Ami from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mon Cher Ami are Heartfelt by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Salsa Diane by PPG (a very close match), California Wine by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mon Cher Ami'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 Mon Cher Ami?
Mon Cher Ami has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mon Cher Ami's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.