Cerise 17-11 is a pink paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A54976, LRV 14 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pink Pizzazz from Valspar (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A54976 · 17-11
Cerise
14%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cerise Technical Profile
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Cerise in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cerise in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCerise
Very similar
ValsparPink Pizzazz
Pink Pizzazz
Valspar
Very similar
Cinnamon Candle
Behr
Very similar
Petal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Predawn Sky
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Valentine’s Kiss
Vista Paint
Very similar
Deep Magenta
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Exuberant Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Traffic Purple
RAL
Visible difference
Artesian Plum
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Can Can
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Potpourri
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cerise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cerise
#A54976
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AA7777
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cerise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cerise 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 Cerise.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cerise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cerise have?
Cerise by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cerise in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cerise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cerise are Pink Pizzazz by Valspar (a very close match), Cinnamon Candle by Behr (a very close match), Petal .04 by Colorhouse (a very close match) — the best options for getting Cerise'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 Cerise?
Cerise has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.1, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cerise's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.