Old Flame P170-2 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F9ABD2, LRV 56 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rhododendron from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F9ABD2 · P170-2
Old Flame
56%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Old Flame Technical Profile
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Old Flame in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Old Flame in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrOld Flame
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreRhododendron
Rhododendron
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pink Plunge
Valspar
Very similar
Rose Mallow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Valentine Pink
PPG
Very similar
Taffy Pink
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rose Mallow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Glim-Glam Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Haute Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Berry Cream
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Old Flame
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Old Flame
#F9ABD2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CE6464
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Old Flame
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Old Flame 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 Old Flame.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Old Flame — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Old Flame have?
Old Flame 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 Old Flame in your own space before committing.
What colors match Old Flame from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Old Flame are Rhododendron by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pink Plunge by Valspar (a very close match), Rose Mallow by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Old Flame'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 Old Flame?
Old Flame has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Old Flame's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.