Candystripe Red 90RR 22/344 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C36A72, LRV 23 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Art House Pink from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C36A72 · 90RR 22/344
Candystripe Red
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Candystripe Red Technical Profile
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Candystripe Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Candystripe Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCandystripe Red
Nearly identical
BehrArt House Pink
Art House Pink
Behr
Nearly identical
Cinco de Mayo
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Playful Pink
Valspar
Nearly identical
Garden Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Terra Rosa
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rita's Rouge
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wild Berry
Vista Paint
Very similar
Temptress
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Very similar
Watermelon Crush
Kilz
Very similar
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Candystripe Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candystripe Red
#C36A72
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3947F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candystripe Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candystripe Red 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 Candystripe Red.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Candystripe Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candystripe Red have?
Candystripe Red by PPG 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 Candystripe Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Candystripe Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candystripe Red are Art House Pink by Behr (a near-identical match), Cinco de Mayo by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Playful Pink by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Candystripe Red'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 Candystripe Red?
Candystripe Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Candystripe Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.