Sensuous MQ1-6 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B45B6B, estimated LRV 18 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Candied Apple from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B45B6B · MQ1-6
Sensuous
18%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sensuous Technical Profile
HEX Code#B45B6B
RGB180, 91, 107
Estimated LRV18.2
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 Familyred
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Sensuous
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#B95B6D
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Close digital match
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#BA5A6B
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#B6566B
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Colors That Work With Sensuous
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sensuous
#B45B6B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B09182
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sensuous
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sensuous 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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Sensuous — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sensuous have?
Sensuous by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Sensuous from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sensuous are Candied Apple by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Hibiscus Flower by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Mardi Gras by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sensuous'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 Sensuous?
Sensuous has a estimated lightness value of 18.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Sensuous's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.