Fresh Watermelon BIC-18 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E5869C, estimated LRV 39 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pinkety Pink from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #E5869C · BIC-18
Fresh Watermelon
39%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Fresh Watermelon Technical Profile
HEX Code#E5869C
RGB229, 134, 156
Estimated LRV39.0
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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Colors That Work With Fresh Watermelon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Watermelon
#E5869C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C18771
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Watermelon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Watermelon 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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Fresh Watermelon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Watermelon have?
Fresh Watermelon 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 Fresh Watermelon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresh Watermelon are Pinkety Pink by PPG (a close digital match), Iced Berry by Valspar (a close digital match), Light Pink by RAL (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fresh Watermelon'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 Fresh Watermelon?
Fresh Watermelon has a estimated lightness value of 39.0, 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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Why Fresh Watermelon's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.