Ref. #FADAD1 · M210-2
Paper Heart
75%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Paper Heart Technical Profile
What color is Paper Heart? It's a light warm red with the hex code #FADAD1. Colors similar to Paper Heart include Valspar Scarlet Butter, Valspar Snow Pa, Vista Paint Rogue Bluff. Paper Heart has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Paper Heart reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Paper Heart
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Scarlet Butter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rogue Bluff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pacific Grove Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Strawberry Whip
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Soft Orange Bloom
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Yours Truly
MPC
Nearly identical
Pink Sangria
PPG
Nearly identical
Cake Pop
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Paper Heart
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Paper Heart
#FADAD1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CAAF68
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Paper Heart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Paper Heart 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 Paper Heart.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Paper Heart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Paper Heart have?
Paper Heart by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Paper Heart from other brands?
The closest matches are Scarlet Butter by Valspar (#F9D9D0), Snow Pa by Valspar (#FAD9CF), Rogue Bluff by Vista Paint (#F7D8CE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Paper Heart?
Paper Heart has an LRV of 75.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Paper Heart's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.