Mexicali Rose 18-06 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C49B9E, LRV 38 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rose Embroidery from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C49B9E · 18-06
Mexicali Rose
38%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mexicali Rose Technical Profile
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Mexicali Rose in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mexicali Rose in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMexicali Rose
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsRose Embroidery
Rose Embroidery
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Be Mine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Be Mine
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lady Guinevere
Behr
Nearly identical
Mauve Mist
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rose Meadow
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cameo Pink
Valspar
Nearly identical
Reddish Egret
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Paper Dolls
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mexicali Rose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mexicali Rose
#C49B9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9685
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mexicali Rose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mexicali Rose 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 Mexicali Rose.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mexicali Rose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mexicali Rose have?
Mexicali Rose 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 Mexicali Rose in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mexicali Rose from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mexicali Rose are Rose Embroidery by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Be Mine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Be Mine by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mexicali Rose'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 Mexicali Rose?
Mexicali Rose has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Mexicali Rose's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.