Deep Hibiscus by Dunn-Edwards paint color
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Ref. #CB5251 · DE5083

Deep Hibiscus

19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Deep Hibiscus DE5083 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #CB5251, LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is French Stripe Red from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.

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Deep Hibiscus Technical Profile

HEX Code#CB5251
RGB203, 82, 81
LRV19.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Color Familyred
BrandDunn-Edwards

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Deep Hibiscus in Every Brand

The closest equivalent to Deep Hibiscus 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 Hibiscus
Nearly identical
PPGFrench Stripe Red

French Stripe Red

PPG

Nearly identical

Holly Berry

Benjamin Moore

Very similar

Red Bliss

Valspar

Very similar

Rojo Torero

Behr

Very similar

Hibiscus Tea

Kilz

Very similar

Tango Coral

Dutch Boy

Very similar

Mullen Pink

Hirshfield's

Very similar

Grand Duke

Vista Paint

Very similar

Wild Poppy

Sherwin-Williams

Very similar

Romesco

Farrow & Ball

Very similar

Rose

RAL

Visible difference

Petal .06

Colorhouse

Visible difference

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Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Deep Hibiscus

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Deep Hibiscus

#CB5251

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#BA9A78

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Deep Hibiscus

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Deep Hibiscus

Complement

Eskimo

Deep Hibiscus Room Palettes

Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Walls

Shady

Trim

Boysenberry Shadow

Accent

Wild Bill Brown

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Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

Soft Lilac

Trim

Cool December

Accent

Old-Fashioned Purple

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Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

Fleur De Sel

Trim

Cool December

Accent

Punchy Peridot

Pop

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Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

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Deep Hibiscus — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Deep Hibiscus have?
Deep Hibiscus by Dunn-Edwards 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 Deep Hibiscus in your own space before committing.
What colors match Deep Hibiscus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Hibiscus are French Stripe Red by PPG (a near-identical match), Holly Berry by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Old Glory Red by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Deep Hibiscus'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 Hibiscus?
Deep Hibiscus has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.

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