Precious Pink 1185-3 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F6B5B6, estimated LRV 56 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Desert Bloom from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #F6B5B6 · 1185-3
Precious Pink
56%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Precious Pink Technical Profile
HEX Code#F6B5B6
RGB246, 181, 182
Estimated LRV56.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Precious Pink
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Precious Pink
#F6B5B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C99869
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Precious Pink
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Precious 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
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Precious Pink — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Precious Pink have?
Precious Pink by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Precious Pink from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Precious Pink are Desert Bloom by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Hopeful by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Delicate Rose by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Precious 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 Precious Pink?
Precious Pink has a estimated lightness value of 56.0, 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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