Ref. #F2A2C3 · M160-3
Sweet Tart
51%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sweet Tart Technical Profile
What color is Sweet Tart? It's a medium warm pink with the hex code #F2A2C3. Colors similar to Sweet Tart include Hirshfield's Rose Mallow, Dunn-Edwards Be My Valentine, Dunn-Edwards Taffy Pink. Sweet Tart has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Sweet Tart sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like Simply White, blonde wood floors, and brass or gold hardware. Deep green or forest accents add contrast that keeps it from feeling too sweet. Under 2700K warm bulbs pinks and magentas glow warmly, leaning coral. Under 4000K cool light they read more vibrant — important for nursery and bedroom planning where bulb choice changes the mood.
Colors Similar to Sweet Tart
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sweet Tart
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sweet Tart
#F2A2C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C7736B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sweet Tart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sweet Tart 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 Sweet Tart.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sweet Tart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sweet Tart have?
Sweet Tart by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the pink color family.
What colors match Sweet Tart from other brands?
The closest matches are Rose Mallow by Hirshfield's (#F4AAC7), Be My Valentine by Dunn-Edwards (#EC9DC3), Taffy Pink by Dunn-Edwards (#FEA6C8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sweet Tart?
Sweet Tart has an LRV of 51.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Sweet Tart's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.