Pale Shrimp 160A-2 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FDD8E8, estimated LRV 76 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rose Glow from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #FDD8E8 · 160A-2
Pale Shrimp
76%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pale Shrimp Technical Profile
HEX Code#FDD8E8
RGB253, 216, 232
Estimated LRV75.8
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 Familypink
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Pale Shrimp
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Shrimp
#FDD8E8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D06962
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Shrimp
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Shrimp 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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Pale Shrimp — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Shrimp have?
Pale Shrimp by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink 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 Pale Shrimp from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Shrimp are Rose Glow by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Ballet Slipper by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Rose Rhapsody by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pale Shrimp'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 Pale Shrimp?
Pale Shrimp has a estimated lightness value of 75.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Why Pale Shrimp's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.