Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis97.4% Match SimilaritySave $101 / Gallon
Farrow & Ball Cinder Rose
vs Valspar Vintage Rose
Looking for a cheap equivalent to Cinder Rose (No. 267)? Here is the scientific comparison, spectrophotometric ΔE score, and exact formula to get this mixed at Lowe's.
โ๏ธ Side-by-Side Visual Comparison
Notice how the human eye perceives both shades under identical D65 daylight.
ΔE: 1
Original (luxury)$145/gal
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball (No. 267)
HEX: #C3A6A0 โข LRV: 38
Budget Dupe (budget)$44/gal
Vintage Rose
Valspar (1004-9C)
HEX: #C2A39D โข LRV: 37
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"
Light Reflectance difference is only 1%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $101/gal (70%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Farrow & Ball Cinder Rose | Valspar Vintage Rose | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #C3A6A0 | #C2A39D | ΔE 1 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 195, 166, 160 | 194, 163, 157 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 38% | 37% | Only 1% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Dusky Rose, Ash Pink, Plaster Blush | Dusky Mauve, Antique Pink, Plaster Blush | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $145 | $44 | Save $101/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $1450 | $440 | Save $1010 Total! |
๐ How to Order this Dupe at Lowe's
Copy and present this exact prompt to the paint counter technician.
"Hi, I would like 1 gallon of Valspar Marquee/Premium tinted to Vintage Rose (1004-9C). This is a verified match for Farrow & Ball Cinder Rose (No. 267)."