Candy Floss RD-W2 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FAE2EF, estimated LRV 81 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spun Sugar from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #FAE2EF · RD-W2
Candy Floss
81%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Candy Floss Technical Profile
HEX Code#FAE2EF
RGB250, 226, 239
Estimated LRV80.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familypink
BrandBehr
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#FAE2ED
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#F8E3EE
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Colors That Work With Candy Floss
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candy Floss
#FAE2EF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C46E71
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candy Floss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candy Floss 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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Candy Floss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candy Floss have?
Candy Floss 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 Candy Floss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candy Floss are Spun Sugar by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), I Love You Pink by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Candy Stripe by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Candy Floss'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 Candy Floss?
Candy Floss has a estimated lightness value of 80.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Candy Floss's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.