Cherry Brandy 1184-5 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E26B81, LRV 28 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Slice of Watermelon from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E26B81 · 1184-5
Cherry Brandy
28%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cherry Brandy Technical Profile
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Cherry Brandy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cherry Brandy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCherry Brandy
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSlice of Watermelon
Slice of Watermelon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Deco Rose
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Watermelon Core
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lady Love
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hint of Cherry
Valspar
Very similar
Coming up Roses
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Indian Sunset
Behr
Very similar
Pink Explosion
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Ibis Pink
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cherry Brandy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cherry Brandy
#E26B81
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C28A70
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cherry Brandy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cherry Brandy 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 Cherry Brandy.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cherry Brandy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cherry Brandy have?
Cherry Brandy 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 Cherry Brandy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cherry Brandy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cherry Brandy are Slice of Watermelon by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Deco Rose by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Watermelon Core by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Cherry Brandy'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 Cherry Brandy?
Cherry Brandy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Cherry Brandy's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.