Embarcadero 140F-7 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #493039, LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Purple from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #493039 · 140F-7
Embarcadero
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Embarcadero Technical Profile
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Embarcadero in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Embarcadero in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrEmbarcadero
Very similar
Benjamin MooreDark Purple
Dark Purple
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Merlot
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Concord Grape
Hirshfield's
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Ancient Burgundy
Valspar
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Purple Shadow
Vista Paint
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Ranch House Brown
PPG
Visible difference
Bookmarker
Kilz
Visible difference
Brinjal
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Grapes of Wrath
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Old Chaparral
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Black Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Embarcadero
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Embarcadero
#493039
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#674A45
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Embarcadero
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Embarcadero 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 Embarcadero.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Embarcadero — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Embarcadero have?
Embarcadero by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Embarcadero in your own space before committing.
What colors match Embarcadero from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Embarcadero are Dark Purple by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Merlot by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Blackberry by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Embarcadero'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 Embarcadero?
Embarcadero has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Embarcadero's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.