Ref. #DA4646 · MP225
Rose Petal
20%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rose Petal Technical Profile
What color is Rose Petal? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #DA4646. Colors similar to Rose Petal include Benjamin Moore Bull's Eye Red, Valspar Scarlet Sun, Behr Pimento. Rose Petal has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Rose Petal creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. 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 Rose Petal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rose Petal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rose Petal
#DA4646
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C29970
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rose Petal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rose Petal 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Rose Petal.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rose Petal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rose Petal have?
Rose Petal by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Rose Petal from other brands?
The closest matches are Bull's Eye Red by Benjamin Moore (#DA3F3D), Scarlet Sun by Valspar (#D24B42), Pimento by Behr (#E6373E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rose Petal?
Rose Petal has an LRV of 19.7, 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 Rose Petal's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.