Poppy Petal 2001-1C is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F6A08C, estimated LRV 47 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peach Mimosa from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #F6A08C · 2001-1C
Poppy Petal
47%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Poppy Petal Technical Profile
HEX Code#F6A08C
RGB246, 160, 140
Estimated LRV46.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Poppy Petal
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Poppy Petal
#F6A08C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CDAD65
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Poppy Petal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Poppy Petal 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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Poppy Petal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Poppy Petal have?
Poppy Petal by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Poppy Petal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Poppy Petal are Peach Mimosa by Behr (a close digital match), Cabana Pink by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Rosy Coral by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Poppy Petal'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 Poppy Petal?
Poppy Petal has a estimated lightness value of 46.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Why Poppy Petal's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.