Birmingham Blush 303-1DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #E1C9C3, estimated LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sand Dance from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #E1C9C3 · 303-1DB
Birmingham Blush
62%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Birmingham Blush Technical Profile
HEX Code#E1C9C3
RGB225, 201, 195
Estimated LRV61.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Birmingham Blush
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Birmingham Blush
#E1C9C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA185
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Birmingham Blush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Birmingham Blush 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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Birmingham Blush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Birmingham Blush have?
Birmingham Blush by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Birmingham Blush from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Birmingham Blush are Sand Dance by Behr (a close digital match), Pale Berries by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Honey Hut by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Birmingham Blush'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 Birmingham Blush?
Birmingham Blush has a estimated lightness value of 61.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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