Moving Melody 1009-5 is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #794A4D, LRV 10 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is New London Burgundy from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #794A4D · 1009-5
Moving Melody
10%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Moving Melody Technical Profile
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Moving Melody in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Moving Melody in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMoving Melody
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreNew London Burgundy
New London Burgundy
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Madder
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fired Brick
Behr
Nearly identical
Chianti
PPG
Very similar
Burnt Crimson
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Evolution
Vista Paint
Very similar
Holiday Berry
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cordial
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Rich Leather
Kilz
Very similar
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moving Melody
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moving Melody
#794A4D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#947862
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moving Melody
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moving Melody 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 Moving Melody.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moving Melody — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moving Melody have?
Moving Melody 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 Moving Melody in your own space before committing.
What colors match Moving Melody from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moving Melody are New London Burgundy by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Madder by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Fired Brick by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Moving Melody'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 Moving Melody?
Moving Melody has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.5, 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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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 Moving Melody's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.