New Bud 1006-5C is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B1828D, LRV 27 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Merry Meredith from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B1828D · 1006-5C
New Bud
27%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
New Bud Technical Profile
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New Bud in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to New Bud in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparNew Bud
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMerry Meredith
Merry Meredith
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rare Find
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Warm Comfort
Behr
Nearly identical
Audrey's Blush
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Thornberry
PPG
Nearly identical
Rosewood
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mystical Mauve
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rennie'S Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Autumn Aspen
Kilz
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With New Bud
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
New Bud
#B1828D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8F85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for New Bud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
New Bud 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 New Bud.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
New Bud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does New Bud have?
New Bud 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 New Bud in your own space before committing.
What colors match New Bud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to New Bud are Merry Meredith by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Rare Find by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Warm Comfort by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting New Bud'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 New Bud?
New Bud has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.2, 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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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 New Bud's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.