Ref. #FAD9CF · 2003-4C
Snow Pa
75%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Snow Pa Technical Profile
What color is Snow Pa? It's a light warm red with the hex code #FAD9CF. Colors similar to Snow Pa include Behr Paper Heart, Hirshfield's Strawberry Whip, Benjamin Moore Pale Pink Satin. Snow Pa has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Snow Pa reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Snow Pa
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Paper Heart
Behr
Nearly identical
Strawberry Whip
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pale Pink Satin
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rogue Bluff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Soft Orange Bloom
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Yours Truly
MPC
Nearly identical
Cool Cantaloupe
PPG
Nearly identical
Comical Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Snow Pa
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Snow Pa
#FAD9CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CBB067
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Snow Pa
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Snow Pa 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 Snow Pa.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Snow Pa — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Snow Pa have?
Snow Pa by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Snow Pa from other brands?
The closest matches are Paper Heart by Behr (#FADAD1), Strawberry Whip by Hirshfield's (#F9D7CD), Pale Pink Satin by Benjamin Moore (#F8D8CD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Snow Pa?
Snow Pa has an LRV of 74.5, 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 Snow Pa's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.