Carotene P200-4 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FFA99A, LRV 57 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Paradise Peach from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFA99A · P200-4
Carotene
57%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Carotene in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carotene in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCarotene
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreParadise Peach
Paradise Peach
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Coral Reef
Valspar
Nearly identical
Amber Tide
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bay Coral
PPG
Very similar
Mystic Tulip
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mystic Tulip
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gorgeous Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone Fruit
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Coral Myth
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carotene
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carotene
#FFA99A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6AB5C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carotene
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carotene 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 Carotene.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carotene — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carotene have?
Carotene 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 Carotene in your own space before committing.
What colors match Carotene from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carotene are Paradise Peach by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Coral Reef by Valspar (a near-identical match), Amber Tide by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Carotene'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 Carotene?
Carotene has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.0, 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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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 Carotene's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.