Embroidery PPU17-09 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D4BEC0, LRV 55 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Homespun Charm from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D4BEC0 · PPU17-09
Embroidery
55%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Embroidery Technical Profile
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Embroidery in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Embroidery in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrEmbroidery
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreHomespun Charm
Homespun Charm
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Winter Mauve
PPG
Nearly identical
Elusive Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Coco Plum
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Chambord Charm
Vista Paint
Very similar
Embroidery Rose
Valspar
Very similar
Fading Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Odyssey Plum
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Dove Feather
Kilz
Visible difference
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Embroidery
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Embroidery
#D4BEC0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9585
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Embroidery
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Embroidery 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 Embroidery.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Embroidery — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Embroidery have?
Embroidery by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Embroidery in your own space before committing.
What colors match Embroidery from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Embroidery are Homespun Charm by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Winter Mauve by PPG (a near-identical match), Elusive Violet by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Embroidery'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 Embroidery?
Embroidery has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.6, 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 Embroidery's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.