Ref. #ECACDB · 110C-2
Colonial Rose
53%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Colonial Rose Technical Profile
What color is Colonial Rose? It's a medium warm pink with the hex code #ECACDB. Colors similar to Colonial Rose include Benjamin Moore Pretty Pink, Benjamin Moore Easter Pink, Benjamin Moore Pink Taffy. Colonial Rose has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Colonial Rose sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like Simply White, blonde wood floors, and brass or gold hardware. Deep green or forest accents add contrast that keeps it from feeling too sweet. Under 2700K warm bulbs pinks and magentas glow warmly, leaning coral. Under 4000K cool light they read more vibrant — important for nursery and bedroom planning where bulb choice changes the mood.
Colors Similar to Colonial Rose
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Colonial Rose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Colonial Rose
#ECACDB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BF7385
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Colonial Rose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Colonial Rose 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 Colonial Rose.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Colonial Rose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Colonial Rose have?
Colonial Rose by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the pink color family.
What colors match Colonial Rose from other brands?
The closest matches are Pretty Pink by Benjamin Moore (#ECA9D4), Easter Pink by Benjamin Moore (#E9AAD1), Pink Taffy by Benjamin Moore (#E0ABD2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Colonial Rose?
Colonial Rose has an LRV of 52.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Colonial Rose's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.