Bubble Shell S160-3 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D69FAC, LRV 42 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Quartz Pink from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D69FAC · S160-3
Bubble Shell
42%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Bubble Shell Technical Profile
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Bubble Shell in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bubble Shell in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBubble Shell
Nearly identical
PPGQuartz Pink
Quartz Pink
PPG
Nearly identical
Hummingbird
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fragrant Satchel
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fragrant Satchel
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Piazza Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Thistle Field
Valspar
Very similar
Rosebay
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sincerity
Kilz
Very similar
Berry Riche
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bubble Shell
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bubble Shell
#D69FAC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B28D80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bubble Shell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bubble Shell 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 Bubble Shell.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bubble Shell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bubble Shell have?
Bubble Shell by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Bubble Shell in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bubble Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bubble Shell are Quartz Pink by PPG (a near-identical match), Hummingbird by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fragrant Satchel by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bubble Shell'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 Bubble Shell?
Bubble Shell has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.1, 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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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 Bubble Shell's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.