Cherubic DE5042 is a pink paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FFE6F1, LRV 84 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Candy Stripe from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFE6F1 · DE5042
Cherubic
84%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cherubic Technical Profile
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Cherubic in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cherubic in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsCherubic
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCandy Stripe
Candy Stripe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cream Rose
Behr
Nearly identical
Petal Poise
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pink Ribbon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sweet Roses
Vista Paint
Very similar
Be Mine!
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Brittany's Bow
PPG
Very similar
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Lighthearted Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sweet Blush
Kilz
Visible difference
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cherubic
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cherubic
#FFE6F1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6635C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cherubic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cherubic 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 Cherubic.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cherubic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cherubic have?
Cherubic 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 Cherubic in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cherubic from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cherubic are Candy Stripe by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cream Rose by Behr (a near-identical match), Berry Cheesecake by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cherubic'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 Cherubic?
Cherubic has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 84.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Cherubic's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.