Gaiety 6872 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #F1BEB8 and estimated LRV 59. Its closest cross-brand match is Alpenglow from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #F1BEB8 · 6872
Gaiety
59%Estimated LRV
Gaiety Technical Profile
HEX Code#F1BEB8
RGB241, 190, 184
Estimated LRV59.0
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Color Familyred
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Compare alternatives to Gaiety
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Alpenglow
Behr
#F0BEB8
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Pinkathon
Vista Paint
#EFBCB8
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Fruit Shake
Benjamin Moore
#EDBEB8
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Pinkathon
Hirshfield's
#F1BDBA
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Salmon Bisque
Valspar
#F6C4BC
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Rosewine
PPG
#F7C2BF
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Melon Juice
Kilz
#FAC5BE
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Little Wing
Dutch Boy
#EEC2BB
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Mesa Rose
Dunn-Edwards
#EEB5AF
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Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
#ECB7B8
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Petal .03
Colorhouse
#F1A1A6
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Colors That Work With Gaiety
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gaiety
#F1BEB8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C2A270
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gaiety
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gaiety 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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Gaiety — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Gaiety from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gaiety are Alpenglow by Behr (a close digital match), Pinkathon by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Flamingo Feather by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Gaiety'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 Gaiety?
Gaiety has a estimated lightness value of 59.0, 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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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Gaiety depends on the room. Here's how to choose.