Watermelon Slice P180-5 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F15B6F, LRV 32 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cactus Flower from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F15B6F · P180-5
Watermelon Slice
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Watermelon Slice Technical Profile
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Watermelon Slice in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Watermelon Slice in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrWatermelon Slice
Very similar
Benjamin MooreCactus Flower
Cactus Flower
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bleeding Heart
PPG
Very similar
Neon Pink
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lady Love
Vista Paint
Very similar
Passion Pink
Valspar
Very similar
Grenadine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Heart to Heart
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Watermelon Core
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Antique Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Hibiscus Tea
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Watermelon Slice
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Watermelon Slice
#F15B6F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CD8B65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Watermelon Slice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Watermelon Slice 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 Watermelon Slice.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Watermelon Slice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Watermelon Slice have?
Watermelon Slice 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 Watermelon Slice in your own space before committing.
What colors match Watermelon Slice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Watermelon Slice are Cactus Flower by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Bleeding Heart by PPG (a very close match), Pink Salmon by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Watermelon Slice'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 Watermelon Slice?
Watermelon Slice has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.0, 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 Watermelon Slice's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.