Cool Melon 170B-4 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FE89A6, estimated LRV 45 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bunny Fluff from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #FE89A6 · 170B-4
Cool Melon
45%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cool Melon Technical Profile
HEX Code#FE89A6
RGB254, 137, 166
Estimated LRV45.0
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 Familyred
BrandBehr
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#FB8DA6
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Colors That Work With Cool Melon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Melon
#FE89A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D57B5D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool Melon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool Melon 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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Cool Melon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Melon have?
Cool Melon by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red 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 Cool Melon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cool Melon are Bunny Fluff by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Rock 'n' Rose by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Bunny Fluff by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cool Melon'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 Cool Melon?
Cool Melon has a estimated lightness value of 45.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cool Melon's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.