Early Sunset 230E-1 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F5E4E4, LRV 81 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gaiety from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F5E4E4 · 230E-1
Early Sunset
81%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Early Sunset Technical Profile
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Early Sunset in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Early Sunset in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrEarly Sunset
Nearly identical
PPGGaiety
Gaiety
PPG
Nearly identical
Marshmallow Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wispy Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Palazzo Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Arctic Lights
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cotton Candy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Noble Blush
Valspar
Nearly identical
Daring Deception
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Peach Glamour
Kilz
Very similar
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Great White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Early Sunset
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Early Sunset
#F5E4E4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5997D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Early Sunset
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Early Sunset 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 Early Sunset.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Early Sunset — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Early Sunset have?
Early Sunset by Behr has a neutral 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 Early Sunset in your own space before committing.
What colors match Early Sunset from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Early Sunset are Gaiety by PPG (a near-identical match), Marshmallow Rose by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Wispy Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Early Sunset'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 Early Sunset?
Early Sunset has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 80.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Early Sunset's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.