Pale Primrose 1182-3 is a pink paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #EEC8D3, LRV 64 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Iced Cherry from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EEC8D3 · 1182-3
Pale Primrose
64%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pale Primrose Technical Profile
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Pale Primrose in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pale Primrose in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPale Primrose
Nearly identical
BehrIced Cherry
Iced Cherry
Behr
Nearly identical
Cooled Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Seashell Pink
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Posy Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Seashell Pink
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Velvety Blush
Valspar
Nearly identical
Childlike
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Minimal Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sweet Antoinette
Kilz
Very similar
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Primrose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Primrose
#EEC8D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B98679
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Pale Primrose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Primrose 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 Pale Primrose.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Primrose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Primrose have?
Pale Primrose by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pale Primrose in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pale Primrose from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Primrose are Iced Cherry by Behr (a near-identical match), Cooled Pink by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Tea Party by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pale Primrose'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 Pale Primrose?
Pale Primrose has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Pale Primrose's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.