Ref. #DAB7BB · 18-19
Crushed Roses
52%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Crushed Roses Technical Profile
What color is Crushed Roses? It's a medium warm red with the hex code #DAB7BB. Colors similar to Crushed Roses include Dunn-Edwards Pencil Eraser, Vista Paint Pink Softness, Hirshfield's Pink Softness. Crushed Roses has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 52, Crushed Roses sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Crushed Roses
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Pencil Eraser
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pink Softness
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pink Softness
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pink Attraction
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Appleblossom
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Canyon Trail
Behr
Very similar
Frosty Lavender Met.
MPC
Very similar
Bombay Pink
Valspar
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crushed Roses
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crushed Roses
#DAB7BB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9485
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crushed Roses
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crushed Roses 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 Crushed Roses.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crushed Roses — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crushed Roses have?
Crushed Roses by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Crushed Roses from other brands?
The closest matches are Pencil Eraser by Dunn-Edwards (#DBB7BB), Pink Softness by Vista Paint (#DDB8BB), Pink Softness by Hirshfield's (#DEB8BC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Crushed Roses?
Crushed Roses has an LRV of 52.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Crushed Roses's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.