Gaiety 6872 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #F1BEB8 and LRV 59. Its closest cross-brand match is Alpenglow from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F1BEB8 · 6872
Gaiety
59%LRV Value
Gaiety Technical Profile
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Gaiety in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gaiety in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsGaiety
Nearly identical
BehrAlpenglow
Alpenglow
Behr
Nearly identical
Pinkathon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fruit Shake
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pinkathon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Salmon Bisque
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rosewine
PPG
Nearly identical
Melon Juice
Kilz
Nearly identical
Little Wing
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mesa Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gaiety
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
Pure 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Gaiety.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gaiety — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Gaiety from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gaiety are Alpenglow by Behr (a near-identical match), Pinkathon by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Flamingo Feather by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Gaiety depends on the room. Here's how to choose.