Strawberry Shade 302-6DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #81585B, LRV 12 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Alaea from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #81585B · 302-6DB
Strawberry Shade
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Strawberry Shade Technical Profile
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Strawberry Shade in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Strawberry Shade in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyStrawberry Shade
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAlaea
Alaea
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Love Affair
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Australian Shiraz
Kilz
Nearly identical
Chocolate Cherry
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Natural Copper
Behr
Very similar
In a Maroon Mood
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Old Burgundy
PPG
Very similar
Flowering Chestnut
Hirshfield's
Very similar
In the Red
Valspar
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Strawberry Shade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Strawberry Shade
#81585B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9E826E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Strawberry Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Strawberry Shade 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 Strawberry Shade.
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Strawberry Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Strawberry Shade have?
Strawberry Shade by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Strawberry Shade in your own space before committing.
What colors match Strawberry Shade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Strawberry Shade are Alaea by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Love Affair by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Australian Shiraz by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Strawberry Shade'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 Strawberry Shade?
Strawberry Shade has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.4, 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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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 Strawberry Shade's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.