Primrose 1182-5 is a pink paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D6859F, LRV 34 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heirloom Rose from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D6859F · 1182-5
Primrose
34%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Primrose Technical Profile
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Primrose in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Primrose in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPrimrose
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsHeirloom Rose
Heirloom Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sweet Chrysanthemum
Behr
Nearly identical
Paradise Pink
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Reflecting Rose
Valspar
Very similar
Rambling Rose
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rambling Rose
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sincerity
Kilz
Very similar
Cyclamen
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Budding Blooms
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Primrose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Primrose
#D6859F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7857B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Primrose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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 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.
Primrose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Primrose have?
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 Primrose in your own space before committing.
What colors match Primrose from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Primrose are Heirloom Rose by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Sweet Chrysanthemum by Behr (a near-identical match), Paradise Pink by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting 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 Primrose?
Primrose has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.6, 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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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 Primrose's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.