Carnation DE5046 is a pink paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #F485AC, 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.
Ref. #F485AC · DE5046
Carnation
39%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Carnation Technical Profile
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Carnation in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carnation in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsCarnation
Very similar
BehrStrawberry Rose
Strawberry Rose
Behr
Very similar
Rose Glory
PPG
Very similar
Karen’s Kiss
Vista Paint
Very similar
Deep Carnation
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Iced Berry
Valspar
Very similar
Bunny Fluff
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Budding Blooms
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Cheery
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Sincerity
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carnation
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
Pure 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Carnation.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Carnation in your own space before committing.
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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Carnation's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.