Carnation DE5046 is a pink paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #F485AC, estimated LRV 39 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Strawberry Rose from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #F485AC · DE5046
Carnation
39%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Carnation Technical Profile
HEX Code#F485AC
RGB244, 133, 172
Estimated LRV39.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familypink
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Carnation
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carnation
#F485AC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CC7566
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carnation
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carnation 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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Carnation — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carnation have?
Carnation by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Carnation from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carnation are Strawberry Rose by Behr (a very close match), Pink Eraser by Behr (a very close match), She Loves Pink by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Carnation'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 Carnation?
Carnation has a estimated lightness value of 39.0, 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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