Candy Mix 1181-1 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F3DFE3, estimated LRV 77 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shabby Chic Pink from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #F3DFE3 · 1181-1
Candy Mix
77%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Candy Mix Technical Profile
HEX Code#F3DFE3
RGB243, 223, 227
Estimated LRV77.4
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Candy Mix
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Shabby Chic Pink
Behr
#F3DFE5
Close digital match
Dream State
Hirshfield's
#EFDDE1
Close digital match
Pirouette Pink
Dutch Boy
#F6DFE3
Close digital match
Eliza Jane
Valspar
#F6DFE3
Close digital match
Peppermint
Benjamin Moore
#F3DDDF
Close digital match
Sweet Illusions
Vista Paint
#F7E0E3
Close digital match
Marshmallow Rose
Dunn-Edwards
#F7E5E6
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#F7DDE0
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Cotton Candy
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#F2E0DF
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#E6D1CB
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Colors That Work With Candy Mix
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candy Mix
#F3DFE3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B58E7D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candy Mix
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candy Mix 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
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Candy Mix — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candy Mix have?
Candy Mix by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Candy Mix from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candy Mix are Shabby Chic Pink by Behr (a close digital match), Dream State by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Pirouette Pink by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Candy Mix'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 Candy Mix?
Candy Mix has a estimated lightness value of 77.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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