Artful Magenta T17-14 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #80505D, estimated 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.
Behr · #80505D · T17-14
Artful Magenta
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Artful Magenta Technical Profile
HEX Code#80505D
RGB128, 80, 93
Estimated LRV11.1
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familypink
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Artful Magenta
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Artful Magenta from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Artful Magenta are Baked Apples by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Cranberry Spice by Kilz (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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