Ref. #EEB5AF · DE5114
Mesa Rose
54%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mesa Rose Technical Profile
What color is Mesa Rose? It's a medium warm red with the hex code #EEB5AF. Colors similar to Mesa Rose include Behr Sunset Drive, Behr Veronese Peach, Behr Noble Blush. Mesa Rose has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 54, Mesa Rose sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Mesa Rose
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mesa Rose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mesa Rose
#EEB5AF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1A171
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mesa Rose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mesa Rose 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 Mesa Rose.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mesa Rose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mesa Rose have?
Mesa Rose by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Mesa Rose from other brands?
The closest matches are Sunset Drive by Behr (#EEB5AD), Veronese Peach by Behr (#F1B9B5), Noble Blush by Behr (#E6B4AF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mesa Rose?
Mesa Rose has an LRV of 54.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mesa Rose's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.