Carnation Bloom 140A-3 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FEB1D9, LRV 62 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rhododendron from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FEB1D9 · 140A-3
Carnation Bloom
62%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Carnation Bloom Technical Profile
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Carnation Bloom in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carnation Bloom in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCarnation Bloom
Very similar
Benjamin MooreRhododendron
Rhododendron
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Budding Rose
Vista Paint
Very similar
Soft Cashmere
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rose Mallow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pink Plunge
Valspar
Very similar
Valentine Pink
PPG
Very similar
Glim-Glam Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Berry Cream
Kilz
Visible difference
In the Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carnation Bloom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carnation Bloom
#FEB1D9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D55D60
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carnation Bloom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carnation Bloom 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 Carnation Bloom.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carnation Bloom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carnation Bloom have?
Carnation Bloom 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 Carnation Bloom in your own space before committing.
What colors match Carnation Bloom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carnation Bloom are Rhododendron by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Budding Rose by Vista Paint (a very close match), Rose Mallow by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Carnation Bloom'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 Carnation Bloom?
Carnation Bloom has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Carnation Bloom's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.