Rose Apothecary DEFD17 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #BF6E7E, estimated LRV 24 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wright Old Rose from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #BF6E7E · DEFD17
Rose Apothecary
24%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Rose Apothecary Technical Profile
HEX Code#BF6E7E
RGB191, 110, 126
Estimated LRV23.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyred
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Rose Apothecary
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rose Apothecary
#BF6E7E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B19081
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rose Apothecary
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rose Apothecary 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
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Rose Apothecary — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rose Apothecary have?
Rose Apothecary by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Rose Apothecary from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rose Apothecary are Wright Old Rose by PPG (a close digital match), Briar Rose by PPG (a close digital match), Smell the Roses by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rose Apothecary'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 Rose Apothecary?
Rose Apothecary has a estimated lightness value of 23.7, 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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