Ref. #F8CCC3 · M210-3
Apricot Freeze
67%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Apricot Freeze Technical Profile
What color is Apricot Freeze? It's a light warm red with the hex code #F8CCC3. Colors similar to Apricot Freeze include PPG Rose Pink, Hirshfield's Cloud Number Nine, Vista Paint Cloud Number Nine. Apricot Freeze has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Apricot Freeze sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Apricot Freeze
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Rose Pink
PPG
Nearly identical
Cloud Number Nine
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cloud Number Nine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blushing Brilliance
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Oleander
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Crystal Coral
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cartoon Fleshtone
MPC
Nearly identical
Pale Jasper
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Apricot Freeze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Apricot Freeze
#F8CCC3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C9A969
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Apricot Freeze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Apricot Freeze 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Apricot Freeze.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Apricot Freeze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Apricot Freeze have?
Apricot Freeze by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Apricot Freeze from other brands?
The closest matches are Rose Pink by PPG (#F7CAC1), Cloud Number Nine by Hirshfield's (#F9CEC6), Cloud Number Nine by Vista Paint (#F8CEC5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Apricot Freeze?
Apricot Freeze has an LRV of 67.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Apricot Freeze's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.