Watermelon Smoothie 74RR 28/432 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E26E84, LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Slice of Watermelon from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E26E84 · 74RR 28/432
Watermelon Smoothie
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Watermelon Smoothie Technical Profile
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Watermelon Smoothie in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Watermelon Smoothie in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWatermelon Smoothie
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSlice of Watermelon
Slice of Watermelon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Coming up Roses
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Deco Rose
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pink Explosion
Vista Paint
Very similar
Watermelon Core
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Indian Sunset
Behr
Very similar
Hint of Cherry
Valspar
Very similar
Pink Explosion
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Cool Watermelon
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Watermelon Smoothie
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Watermelon Smoothie
#E26E84
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C28A70
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Watermelon Smoothie
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Watermelon Smoothie 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 Watermelon Smoothie.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Watermelon Smoothie — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Watermelon Smoothie have?
Watermelon Smoothie 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 Watermelon Smoothie in your own space before committing.
What colors match Watermelon Smoothie from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Watermelon Smoothie are Slice of Watermelon by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Coming up Roses by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Deco Rose by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Watermelon Smoothie'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 Watermelon Smoothie?
Watermelon Smoothie has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.0, 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 Watermelon Smoothie's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.