Strawflower 1052-3 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DDBDBA, estimated LRV 55 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Radiant Pink from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #DDBDBA · 1052-3
Strawflower
55%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Strawflower Technical Profile
HEX Code#DDBDBA
RGB221, 189, 186
Estimated LRV55.3
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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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Compare alternatives to Strawflower
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Radiant Pink
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#D9BBBA
Close digital match
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#E4C2BE
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#D9BEBC
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Sedona Pink
Behr
#D7B8B3
Close digital match
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#E6C2BD
Close digital match
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#E5BEBA
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#DAB5B4
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#E2BEB4
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Colors That Work With Strawflower
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Strawflower
#DDBDBA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AE9D84
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Strawflower
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Strawflower 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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Strawflower — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Strawflower have?
Strawflower by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Strawflower from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Strawflower are Radiant Pink by Valspar (a close digital match), Soft Pink by Valspar (a close digital match), Rose Sugar by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Strawflower'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 Strawflower?
Strawflower has a estimated lightness value of 55.3, 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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