New Haven Rose 1008-7C is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BB8581, LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Notice Me from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BB8581 · 1008-7C
New Haven Rose
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
New Haven Rose Technical Profile
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New Haven Rose in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to New Haven Rose in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparNew Haven Rose
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sNotice Me
Notice Me
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Notice Me
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Romantic Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Minuet Rose
Behr
Very similar
Coral Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sunstone
PPG
Very similar
Rennie'S Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Paper Dolls
Kilz
Very similar
Soft Cranberry
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Antique Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With New Haven Rose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
New Haven Rose
#BB8581
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9C85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for New Haven Rose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
New Haven Rose 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 Haven Rose.
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 Haven Rose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does New Haven Rose have?
New Haven Rose 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 New Haven Rose in your own space before committing.
What colors match New Haven Rose from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to New Haven Rose are Notice Me by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Notice Me by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Romantic Pink by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting New Haven Rose'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 Haven Rose?
New Haven Rose has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why New Haven Rose's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.