Alaea 7579 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #81585B, LRV 12 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Strawberry Shade from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #81585B · 7579
Alaea
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Alaea Technical Profile
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Alaea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Alaea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAlaea
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyStrawberry Shade
Strawberry Shade
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Love Affair
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Australian Shiraz
Kilz
Nearly identical
Chocolate Cherry
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Natural Copper
Behr
Very similar
In a Maroon Mood
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Old Burgundy
PPG
Very similar
Flowering Chestnut
Hirshfield's
Very similar
In the Red
Valspar
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Alaea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alaea
#81585B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9E826E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alaea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alaea 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Alaea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alaea have?
Alaea by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Alaea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Alaea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alaea are Strawberry Shade by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Love Affair by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Australian Shiraz by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Alaea'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 Alaea?
Alaea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Alaea's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.