Ponder 160F-4 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B78997, LRV 30 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Punch of Pink from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B78997 · 160F-4
Ponder
30%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Ponder Technical Profile
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Ponder in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ponder in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPonder
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sPunch of Pink
Punch of Pink
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rose Antiqua
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Keepsake Rose
PPG
Nearly identical
New Bud
Valspar
Very similar
Mystical Mauve
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rosewood
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Red Clover
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Historic Rose
Kilz
Very similar
Rose Meadow
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ponder
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ponder
#B78997
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8D85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ponder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ponder 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 Ponder.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ponder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ponder have?
Ponder 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 Ponder in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ponder from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ponder are Punch of Pink by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Rose Antiqua by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Punch of Pink by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ponder'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 Ponder?
Ponder has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Ponder's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.