Polka Dot Pink 90RR 39/327 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E99197, LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Amaryllis from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E99197 · 90RR 39/327
Polka Dot Pink
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Polka Dot Pink Technical Profile
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Polka Dot Pink in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Polka Dot Pink in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPolka Dot Pink
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAmaryllis
Amaryllis
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Strawberry Moon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pretty in Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Medium Terracotta
Behr
Very similar
Wild Heather
Vista Paint
Very similar
Strawberry Shortcake
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dollie
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cupcake Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Pink
RAL
Very similar
Ruffle Pink Dress
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Polka Dot Pink
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polka Dot Pink
#E99197
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C29370
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polka Dot Pink
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polka Dot Pink 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 Polka Dot Pink.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Polka Dot Pink — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polka Dot Pink have?
Polka Dot Pink 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 Polka Dot Pink in your own space before committing.
What colors match Polka Dot Pink from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Polka Dot Pink are Amaryllis by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Strawberry Moon by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pretty in Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Polka Dot Pink'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 Polka Dot Pink?
Polka Dot Pink has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.8, 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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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 Polka Dot Pink's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.