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Gaiety
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gaiety Technical Profile
What color is Gaiety? It's a light warm red with the hex code #F4E4E5. Colors similar to Gaiety include Behr Early Sunset, Dunn-Edwards First Impression, Dunn-Edwards Marshmallow Rose. Gaiety has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Gaiety 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 Gaiety
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Early Sunset
Behr
Nearly identical
First Impression
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Noble Blush
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rosemist
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Daring Deception
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pillow Talk
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cotton Candy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Middleton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gaiety
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gaiety
#F4E4E5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3967F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gaiety
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gaiety 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 Gaiety.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gaiety — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gaiety have?
Gaiety by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Gaiety from other brands?
The closest matches are Early Sunset by Behr (#F5E4E4), First Impression by Dunn-Edwards (#F4E5E7), Marshmallow Rose by Dunn-Edwards (#F7E5E6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gaiety?
Gaiety has an LRV of 80.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Gaiety's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.