Hibiscus Flower 102-6DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B8596D, LRV 18 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Candied Apple from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B8596D · 102-6DB
Hibiscus Flower
18%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Hibiscus Flower Technical Profile
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Hibiscus Flower in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hibiscus Flower in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyHibiscus Flower
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCandied Apple
Candied Apple
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Canterbury Lane Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Mardi Gras
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sensuous
Behr
Nearly identical
Temptress
Vista Paint
Very similar
Temptress
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sienna Dust
Valspar
Very similar
Eros Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ibis Pink
Kilz
Very similar
Telemagenta
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hibiscus Flower
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hibiscus Flower
#B8596D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B28F80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hibiscus Flower
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hibiscus Flower 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 Hibiscus Flower.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hibiscus Flower — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hibiscus Flower have?
Hibiscus Flower 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 Hibiscus Flower in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hibiscus Flower from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hibiscus Flower are Candied Apple by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Canterbury Lane Red by PPG (a near-identical match), Mardi Gras by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hibiscus Flower'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 Hibiscus Flower?
Hibiscus Flower has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hibiscus Flower's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.