Artful Magenta T17-14 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #80505D, LRV 11 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Baked Apples from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #80505D · T17-14
Artful Magenta
11%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Artful Magenta Technical Profile
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Artful Magenta in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Artful Magenta in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrArtful Magenta
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyBaked Apples
Baked Apples
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cranberry Spice
Kilz
Nearly identical
Aged Wine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bottle of Bordaux
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mahogany Cherry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Currant Berry
PPG
Very similar
Vintage Grape
Valspar
Very similar
Wine Country
Vista Paint
Very similar
Madder
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Red Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Artful Magenta
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Artful Magenta
#80505D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B7468
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Artful Magenta
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Artful Magenta 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 Artful Magenta.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Artful Magenta — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Artful Magenta have?
Artful Magenta by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Artful Magenta in your own space before committing.
What colors match Artful Magenta from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Artful Magenta are Baked Apples by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Cranberry Spice by Kilz (a near-identical match), Aged Wine by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Artful Magenta'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 Artful Magenta?
Artful Magenta has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.1, 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 Artful Magenta's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.