Boardwalk Taffy 202-2DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #E6CCCF, LRV 65 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Malibu Coast from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E6CCCF · 202-2DB
Boardwalk Taffy
65%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Boardwalk Taffy Technical Profile
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Boardwalk Taffy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Boardwalk Taffy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyBoardwalk Taffy
Nearly identical
BehrMalibu Coast
Malibu Coast
Behr
Nearly identical
Rose Cloud
PPG
Nearly identical
Short and Sweet
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fantastic Pink
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Easterville
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Paris Romance
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sweet Blush
Kilz
Nearly identical
Charming Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Delicate Pink Rose
Valspar
Very similar
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Boardwalk Taffy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Boardwalk Taffy
#E6CCCF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AE9484
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Boardwalk Taffy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Boardwalk Taffy 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Boardwalk Taffy.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Boardwalk Taffy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Boardwalk Taffy have?
Boardwalk Taffy by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) 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 Boardwalk Taffy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Boardwalk Taffy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Boardwalk Taffy are Malibu Coast by Behr (a near-identical match), Rose Cloud by PPG (a near-identical match), Short and Sweet by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Boardwalk Taffy'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 Boardwalk Taffy?
Boardwalk Taffy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Boardwalk Taffy's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.