Glim-Glam Pink reads as warm and personal — works in bedrooms, nurseries, and any space where softness and warmth are the goal. At LRV 49 it carries real depth without going dark — a good choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Because it's a fully saturated example, it lands strongest as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than the dominant whole-room color. Skip it as a whole-room color in spaces meant to feel neutral or understated — it reads soft and personal, best as an accent.
Ref. #E6A7C5 · 147-4DB
Glim-Glam Pink
49%LRV Value
Glim-Glam Pink Technical Profile
What color is Dutch Boy Glim-Glam Pink (147-4DB)? It's a medium warm pink — hex #E6A7C5, LRV 49. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Glim-Glam Pink is Dunn-Edwards Think Pink — a near-identical match on the wall, with Valspar Pink Frenzy and PPG Valentine Pink also close. Its LRV of 49 gives Glim-Glam Pink depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like Simply White, blonde wood floors, and brass or gold hardware. Deep green or forest accents add contrast that keeps it from feeling too sweet. As a fully saturated example, it reads as a confident statement color — best deployed as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than a whole-room dominant. Under 2700K warm bulbs pinks and magentas glow warmly, leaning coral. Under 4000K cool light they read more vibrant — important for nursery and bedroom planning where bulb choice changes the mood. Saturated colors amplify lighting effects more than muted ones: warm bulbs deepen and enrich, cool daylight sharpens and slightly cools the same hex.
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Colors Similar to Glim-Glam Pink
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Colors That Work With Glim-Glam Pink
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glim-Glam Pink
#E6A7C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BB7977
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glim-Glam Pink
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glim-Glam Pink 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 Glim-Glam Pink.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Glim-Glam Pink — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Glim-Glam Pink from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Glim-Glam Pink are Think Pink by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Pink Frenzy by Valspar (a near-identical match), Valentine Pink by PPG (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Glim-Glam Pink's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Glim-Glam Pink?
Glim-Glam Pink has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white. That makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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