Hibiscus Petal 140C-3 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F49ACB, LRV 50 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Violet Kiss from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F49ACB · 140C-3
Hibiscus Petal
50%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Hibiscus Petal Technical Profile
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Hibiscus Petal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hibiscus Petal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrHibiscus Petal
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsViolet Kiss
Violet Kiss
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blossoms in Spring
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Island Sunset
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blossoms in Spring
Vista Paint
Very similar
Valentine Pink
PPG
Very similar
Pink Plunge
Valspar
Very similar
Budding Blooms
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Haute Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Candy Store
Kilz
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hibiscus Petal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hibiscus Petal
#F49ACB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CA686C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hibiscus Petal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hibiscus Petal 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 Hibiscus Petal.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hibiscus Petal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hibiscus Petal have?
Hibiscus Petal 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 Hibiscus Petal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hibiscus Petal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hibiscus Petal are Violet Kiss by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Blossoms in Spring by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Be My Valentine by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Hibiscus Petal'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 Hibiscus Petal?
Hibiscus Petal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.0, 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 Hibiscus Petal's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.