Primrose Garden 1185-4 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F3949B, LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pretty in Pink from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F3949B · 1185-4
Primrose Garden
43%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Primrose Garden Technical Profile
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Primrose Garden in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Primrose Garden in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPrimrose Garden
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePretty in Pink
Pretty in Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Amaryllis
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Strawberry Shortcake
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Citrus Hill
Behr
Very similar
Blossom Park
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dollie
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Peach Burst
Valspar
Very similar
Cupcake Pink
Dutch Boy
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Petal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Pink
RAL
Very similar
Ruffle Pink Dress
Kilz
Very similar
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Primrose Garden
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Primrose Garden
#F3949B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CA9268
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Primrose Garden
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Primrose Garden 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 Garden.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Primrose Garden — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Primrose Garden have?
Primrose Garden 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 Primrose Garden in your own space before committing.
What colors match Primrose Garden from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Primrose Garden are Pretty in Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Heartbeat by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Amaryllis by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Primrose Garden'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 Garden?
Primrose Garden has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Primrose Garden's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.