Boardwalk Taffy 202-2DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #E6CCCF, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #E6CCCF · 202-2DB
Boardwalk Taffy
65%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Boardwalk Taffy Technical Profile
HEX Code#E6CCCF
RGB230, 204, 207
Estimated LRV64.5
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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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#EBD0D2
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#E2C9CE
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#E6C8C9
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#E1CBCC
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Colors That Work With Boardwalk Taffy
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Boardwalk Taffy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Boardwalk Taffy are Malibu Coast by Behr (a close digital match), Rose Cloud by PPG (a close digital match), Short and Sweet by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Boardwalk Taffy's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.