Ref. #F8D6D0 · LA240-01
Cake Pop
73%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cake Pop Technical Profile
What color is Cake Pop? It's a light warm red with the hex code #F8D6D0. Colors similar to Cake Pop include Behr Resort Sunrise, Vista Paint Go Go Pink, Valspar Dash of Pink. Cake Pop has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 73, Cake Pop reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Cake Pop
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Resort Sunrise
Behr
Nearly identical
Go Go Pink
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dash of Pink
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rose Reflection
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Go Go Pink
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lady Pink
PPG
Nearly identical
Comical Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Peachy Keen
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cake Pop
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cake Pop
#F8D6D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C6A76C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cake Pop
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cake Pop 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Cake Pop.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cake Pop — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cake Pop have?
Cake Pop by Kilz has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Cake Pop from other brands?
The closest matches are Resort Sunrise by Behr (#F8D6D0), Go Go Pink by Vista Paint (#FBD6D1), Dash of Pink by Valspar (#FBD8D4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cake Pop?
Cake Pop has an LRV of 72.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Cake Pop's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.