Deep Carnation DE5011 is a pink paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #C973A2, LRV 27 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Plumeria Lei from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C973A2 · DE5011
Deep Carnation
27%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Deep Carnation Technical Profile
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Deep Carnation in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Deep 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-EdwardsDeep Carnation
Nearly identical
KilzPlumeria Lei
Plumeria Lei
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cosmic Pink
Valspar
Very similar
Brisked Berry
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rose Petal Pink
PPG
Very similar
Melrose Pink
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Enamored
Behr
Very similar
Purple Hollyhock
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Purple Hollyhock
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cyclamen
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Heather Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep Carnation
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Carnation
#C973A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B47E80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Carnation
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep 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 Deep 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.
Deep Carnation — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Carnation have?
Deep 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 Deep Carnation in your own space before committing.
What colors match Deep Carnation from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Carnation are Plumeria Lei by Kilz (a near-identical match), Cosmic Pink by Valspar (a very close match), Rose Dust by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Deep 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 Deep Carnation?
Deep Carnation has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Deep Carnation's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.