Dahlia HDC-SP16-09 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E4B5AD, LRV 53 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gracious Rose from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E4B5AD · HDC-SP16-09
Dahlia
53%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Dahlia Technical Profile
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Dahlia in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dahlia in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDahlia
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsGracious Rose
Gracious Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Coral Dust
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mesa Pink
PPG
Nearly identical
Spring Linen
Valspar
Nearly identical
City of Pink Angels
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
O Fortuna
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pink Paisley
Dutch Boy
Very similar
O Fortuna
Vista Paint
Very similar
Warm Shawl
Kilz
Very similar
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dahlia
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dahlia
#E4B5AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8A27A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dahlia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dahlia 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 Dahlia.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dahlia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dahlia have?
Dahlia 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 Dahlia in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dahlia from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dahlia are Gracious Rose by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Coral Dust by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mesa Pink by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dahlia'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 Dahlia?
Dahlia has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.6, 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 Dahlia's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.