Cranberry Splash 1185-6 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DA5265, LRV 22 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Italiano Rose from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DA5265 · 1185-6
Cranberry Splash
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cranberry Splash Technical Profile
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Cranberry Splash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cranberry Splash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCranberry Splash
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreItaliano Rose
Italiano Rose
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Berrylicious
Valspar
Nearly identical
Neon Pink
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Heart to Heart
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dash Of Curry
Behr
Very similar
Heart to Heart
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pinked Azalea
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ibis Pink
Kilz
Very similar
Eros Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cranberry Splash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cranberry Splash
#DA5265
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C18E71
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cranberry Splash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cranberry Splash 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 Cranberry Splash.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cranberry Splash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cranberry Splash have?
Cranberry Splash 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 Cranberry Splash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cranberry Splash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cranberry Splash are Italiano Rose by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Berrylicious by Valspar (a near-identical match), Neon Pink by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Cranberry Splash'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 Cranberry Splash?
Cranberry Splash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cranberry Splash's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.