Pink Abalone M190-3 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EEB1B1, estimated 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.
Behr · #EEB1B1 · M190-3
Pink Abalone
53%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pink Abalone Technical Profile
HEX Code#EEB1B1
RGB238, 177, 177
Estimated LRV52.8
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 Pink Abalone
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pink Abalone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pink Abalone are Hopeful by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Jaguar Rose by PPG (a close digital match), Blushing by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Pink Abalone's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.