Pink Explosion 1108 is a red paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #F56F88, LRV 33 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is P.J.’s from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F56F88 · 1108
Pink Explosion
33%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pink Explosion Technical Profile
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Pink Explosion in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pink Explosion in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sPink Explosion
Nearly identical
Vista PaintP.J.’s
P.J.’s
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cupid's Arrow
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Youthful Coral
Behr
Very similar
Watermelon Smoothie
PPG
Very similar
Pink Popsicle
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Watermelon Core
Dutch Boy
Very similar
So Charming
Valspar
Very similar
Coming up Roses
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Ruffle Pink Dress
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pink Explosion
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pink Explosion
#F56F88
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CE8564
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pink Explosion
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pink Explosion 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Pink Explosion.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pink Explosion — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pink Explosion have?
Pink Explosion by Hirshfield's 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 Pink Explosion in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pink Explosion from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pink Explosion are P.J.’s by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Pink Explosion by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Cupid's Arrow by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Pink Explosion'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 Pink Explosion?
Pink Explosion has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.6, 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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Why Pink Explosion's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.