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Cool Cantaloupe
70%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cool Cantaloupe Technical Profile
What color is Cool Cantaloupe? It's a light warm red with the hex code #F1D3CA. Colors similar to Cool Cantaloupe include Benjamin Moore Orchid Pink, Valspar Apricot Blush, Benjamin Moore East Lake Rose. Cool Cantaloupe has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 70, Cool Cantaloupe reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Cool Cantaloupe
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Orchid Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Apricot Blush
Valspar
Nearly identical
Flapper Pink
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rogue Bluff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Comical Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tan Whirl
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Strawberry Whip
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Paper Heart
Behr
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cool Cantaloupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Cantaloupe
#F1D3CA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BDA975
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool Cantaloupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool Cantaloupe 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 Cool Cantaloupe.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cool Cantaloupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Cantaloupe have?
Cool Cantaloupe by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Cool Cantaloupe from other brands?
The closest matches are Orchid Pink by Benjamin Moore (#F1D4CA), Apricot Blush by Valspar (#F0D4CA), East Lake Rose by Benjamin Moore (#F2D6CC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cool Cantaloupe?
Cool Cantaloupe has an LRV of 69.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cool Cantaloupe's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.