Fresco 1185-1 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F4DBD9, LRV 75 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Playful Pink from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F4DBD9 · 1185-1
Fresco
75%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Fresco Technical Profile
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Fresco in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fresco in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFresco
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePlayful Pink
Playful Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pink Breeze
Valspar
Nearly identical
Antique Pearl
Behr
Nearly identical
Tutu
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tufted Candy
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Charming Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lady Anne
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pink Theory
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sweet Blush
Kilz
Very similar
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fresco
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresco
#F4DBD9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BB9E77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresco
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresco 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 Fresco.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fresco — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresco have?
Fresco by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Fresco in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fresco from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresco are Playful Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Yours Truly by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Spring Blossom by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fresco'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 Fresco?
Fresco has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 74.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fresco's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.