Watermelon Core 103-5DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #E0717E, LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Strawberry Rouge from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E0717E · 103-5DB
Watermelon Core
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Watermelon Core Technical Profile
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Watermelon Core in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Watermelon Core in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyWatermelon Core
Nearly identical
PPGStrawberry Rouge
Strawberry Rouge
PPG
Nearly identical
Passion Pink
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lady Love
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Slice of Watermelon
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Deco Rose
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Coming up Roses
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Guava Jam
Behr
Very similar
Dimple
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Very similar
Cool Watermelon
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Watermelon Core
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Watermelon Core
#E0717E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C09072
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Watermelon Core
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Watermelon Core 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 Watermelon Core.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Watermelon Core — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Watermelon Core have?
Watermelon Core by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) 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 Watermelon Core in your own space before committing.
What colors match Watermelon Core from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Watermelon Core are Strawberry Rouge by PPG (a near-identical match), Passion Pink by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lady Love by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Watermelon Core'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 Watermelon Core?
Watermelon Core has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.2, 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.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Watermelon Core's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.