Ref. #F0B3B2 · 6597
Hopeful
54%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Hopeful Technical Profile
What color is Hopeful? It's a medium warm red with the hex code #F0B3B2. Colors similar to Hopeful include Behr Pink Abalone, PPG Precious Pink, PPG Jaguar Rose. Hopeful has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 54, Hopeful sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Hopeful
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hopeful
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hopeful
#F0B3B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C29A70
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hopeful
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hopeful 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 Hopeful.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hopeful — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hopeful have?
Hopeful by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Hopeful from other brands?
The closest matches are Pink Abalone by Behr (#EEB1B1), Precious Pink by PPG (#F6B5B6), Jaguar Rose by PPG (#F1B3B6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hopeful?
Hopeful has an LRV of 54.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Hopeful's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.