Strawberry Wine MQ4-2 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C9686B, LRV 23 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sonora Rose from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C9686B · MQ4-2
Strawberry Wine
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Strawberry Wine Technical Profile
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Strawberry Wine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Strawberry Wine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrStrawberry Wine
Nearly identical
ValsparSonora Rose
Sonora Rose
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cinco de Mayo
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
May Fair
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Antique Pink
RAL
Very similar
Candystripe Red
PPG
Very similar
Garden Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grenadine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Terra Rosa
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lord Baltimore
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Watermelon Crush
Kilz
Very similar
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Strawberry Wine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Strawberry Wine
#C9686B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6977C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Strawberry Wine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Strawberry Wine 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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Strawberry Wine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Strawberry Wine have?
Strawberry Wine 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 Strawberry Wine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Strawberry Wine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Strawberry Wine are Sonora Rose by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cinco de Mayo by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), May Fair by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Strawberry Wine'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 Strawberry Wine?
Strawberry Wine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.4, 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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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 Strawberry Wine's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.