Candy Mix 1181-1 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F3DFE3, 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.
Ref. #F3DFE3 · 1181-1
Candy Mix
77%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Candy Mix Technical Profile
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Candy Mix in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Candy Mix in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCandy Mix
Nearly identical
BehrShabby Chic Pink
Shabby Chic Pink
Behr
Nearly identical
Dream State
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pirouette Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Eliza Jane
Valspar
Nearly identical
Peppermint
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sweet Illusions
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Marshmallow Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cotton Candy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bridal Blush
Kilz
Very similar
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Candy Mix
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Candy Mix.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Candy Mix in your own space before committing.
What colors match Candy Mix from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candy Mix are Shabby Chic Pink by Behr (a near-identical match), Dream State by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Pirouette Pink by Dutch Boy (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Candy Mix's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.