Ref. #F9CDCF · 8001-10B
Icing on the Cake
68%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Icing on the Cake Technical Profile
What color is Icing on the Cake? It's a light warm red with the hex code #F9CDCF. Colors similar to Icing on the Cake include PPG Kendall Rose, Benjamin Moore Authentic Pink, Benjamin Moore Cat's Meow. Icing on the Cake has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 68, Icing on the Cake 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 Icing on the Cake
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Kendall Rose
PPG
Nearly identical
Authentic Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
All Dressed Up
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
All Dressed Up
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Demure Pink
Behr
Nearly identical
Sweet Antoinette
Kilz
Nearly identical
Fairytale Dream
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bella Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Icing on the Cake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Icing on the Cake
#F9CDCF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C99569
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Icing on the Cake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Icing on the Cake 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Icing on the Cake.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Icing on the Cake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Icing on the Cake have?
Icing on the Cake by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Icing on the Cake from other brands?
The closest matches are Kendall Rose by PPG (#F7CCCD), Authentic Pink by Benjamin Moore (#F7C9CB), Cat's Meow by Benjamin Moore (#FAD1D2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Icing on the Cake?
Icing on the Cake has an LRV of 68.3, 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 Icing on the Cake's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.