Minstrel Heart 1297 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E79B96, LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sunset Pink from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E79B96 · 1297
Minstrel Heart
43%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Minstrel Heart Technical Profile
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Minstrel Heart in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Minstrel Heart in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMinstrel Heart
Nearly identical
BehrSunset Pink
Sunset Pink
Behr
Nearly identical
Coral Ridge
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rose Window
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Antique Coral
Valspar
Very similar
Dusty Cedar
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Coral Beach
PPG
Very similar
Blossom Park
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dishy Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blooming Perfect
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Minstrel Heart
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Minstrel Heart
#E79B96
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BF9E73
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Minstrel Heart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Minstrel Heart 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Minstrel Heart.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Minstrel Heart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Minstrel Heart have?
Minstrel Heart by Benjamin Moore 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 Minstrel Heart in your own space before committing.
What colors match Minstrel Heart from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Minstrel Heart are Sunset Pink by Behr (a near-identical match), Priceless Coral by Behr (a near-identical match), Coral Ridge by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Minstrel Heart'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 Minstrel Heart?
Minstrel Heart has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Minstrel Heart's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.