Grenadine 1051-6 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AC545E, LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ski Patrol from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AC545E · 1051-6
Grenadine
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Grenadine Technical Profile
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Grenadine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Grenadine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGrenadine
Nearly identical
BehrSki Patrol
Ski Patrol
Behr
Nearly identical
Rouge
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Resplendent Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sienna Dust
Valspar
Nearly identical
Punky Pink
Vista Paint
Very similar
Strawberry Sorbet
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Redbud
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Punky Pink
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Earthy Red
Kilz
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grenadine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grenadine
#AC545E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AE9484
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grenadine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grenadine 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 Grenadine.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grenadine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grenadine have?
Grenadine 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 Grenadine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Grenadine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grenadine are Ski Patrol by Behr (a near-identical match), Rouge by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Resplendent Rose by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Grenadine'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 Grenadine?
Grenadine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.9, 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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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 Grenadine's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.