Palmetto Pink 1188 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CB9D8F, LRV 39 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Calliope from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CB9D8F · 1188
Palmetto Pink
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Palmetto Pink Technical Profile
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Palmetto Pink in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Palmetto Pink in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePalmetto Pink
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sCalliope
Calliope
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Calliope
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Musk
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Salmon Eggs
PPG
Very similar
Princess Peach
Valspar
Very similar
Cabbage Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Autumn Malt
Behr
Very similar
A Li'L Cheeky
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Orange Ginger
Kilz
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Palmetto Pink
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Palmetto Pink
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Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
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Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Palmetto Pink
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Palmetto Pink 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 Palmetto Pink.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Palmetto Pink — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Palmetto Pink have?
Palmetto Pink 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 Palmetto Pink in your own space before committing.
What colors match Palmetto Pink from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Palmetto Pink are Calliope by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Calliope by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Musk by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Palmetto Pink'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 Palmetto Pink?
Palmetto Pink has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.8, 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 Palmetto Pink's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.