Pink Abalone M190-3 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EEB1B1, LRV 53 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hopeful from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EEB1B1 · M190-3
Pink Abalone
53%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pink Abalone Technical Profile
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Pink Abalone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pink Abalone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPink Abalone
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsHopeful
Hopeful
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Jaguar Rose
PPG
Nearly identical
Blushing
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hearts Delight
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Desert Bloom
Vista Paint
Very similar
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pinktastic
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mesa Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lusty Orange
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Coral Myth
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pink Abalone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pink Abalone
#EEB1B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C09972
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pink Abalone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pink Abalone 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 Pink Abalone.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pink Abalone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pink Abalone have?
Pink Abalone by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pink Abalone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pink Abalone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pink Abalone are Hopeful by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Jaguar Rose by PPG (a near-identical match), Blushing by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pink Abalone'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 Pink Abalone?
Pink Abalone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.8, 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 Pink Abalone's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.