Begonia HDC-SP16-12 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DF8A82, LRV 36 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pink Flamingo from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DF8A82 · HDC-SP16-12
Begonia
36%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Begonia Technical Profile
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Begonia in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Begonia in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBegonia
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePink Flamingo
Pink Flamingo
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Graceful Ballerina
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cultured Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Berrydale
PPG
Very similar
Powder Peach
Valspar
Very similar
Cool Watermelon
Kilz
Very similar
Graceful Ballerina
Vista Paint
Very similar
Corallize
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Charisma
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Begonia
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Begonia
#DF8A82
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BD9F75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Begonia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Begonia 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 Begonia.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Begonia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Begonia have?
Begonia by Behr 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 Begonia in your own space before committing.
What colors match Begonia from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Begonia are Pink Flamingo by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Graceful Ballerina by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Cultured Rose by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Begonia'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 Begonia?
Begonia has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.5, 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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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 Begonia's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.