Melon Sorbet P190-3 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FDABA0, estimated LRV 56 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Amber Tide from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #FDABA0 · P190-3
Melon Sorbet
56%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Melon Sorbet Technical Profile
HEX Code#FDABA0
RGB253, 171, 160
Estimated LRV56.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Melon Sorbet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Melon Sorbet
#FDABA0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D4A75E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Melon Sorbet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Melon Sorbet 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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Melon Sorbet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Melon Sorbet have?
Melon Sorbet by Behr has a warm (golden) 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 Melon Sorbet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Melon Sorbet are Amber Tide by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Bay Coral by PPG (a close digital match), Pink Paradise by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Melon Sorbet'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 Melon Sorbet?
Melon Sorbet has a estimated lightness value of 56.0, 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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