P.J.’s 8094 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #F2728A, LRV 33 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pink Explosion from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F2728A · 8094
P.J.’s
33%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
P.J.’s Technical Profile
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P.J.’s in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to P.J.’s in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintP.J.’s
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sPink Explosion
Pink Explosion
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Peony Pink
Behr
Very similar
Cupid's Arrow
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pink Popsicle
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Watermelon Smoothie
PPG
Very similar
So Charming
Valspar
Very similar
Coming up Roses
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Watermelon Core
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Ruffle Pink Dress
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With P.J.’s
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
P.J.’s
#F2728A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CC8666
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for P.J.’s
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
P.J.’s 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to P.J.’s.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
P.J.’s — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does P.J.’s have?
P.J.’s by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample P.J.’s in your own space before committing.
What colors match P.J.’s from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to P.J.’s are Pink Explosion by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Peony Pink by Behr (a very close match), Cupid's Arrow by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting P.J.’s'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 P.J.’s?
P.J.’s has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why P.J.’s's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.