Pink Carnation 8080 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #EEA5A7, LRV 48 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pink Punch from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EEA5A7 · 8080
Pink Carnation
48%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pink Carnation Technical Profile
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Pink Carnation in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pink Carnation in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintPink Carnation
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePink Punch
Pink Punch
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Shaded Primrose
Valspar
Nearly identical
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Cupcake Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
California Coral
Behr
Nearly identical
Wood Nymph
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Soft French Pink
PPG
Very similar
Simple Pink
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hopeful
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Canyon Blossom
Kilz
Very similar
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pink Carnation
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pink Carnation
#EEA5A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C3976F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pink Carnation
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pink Carnation 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 Pink Carnation.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pink Carnation — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pink Carnation have?
Pink Carnation 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 Pink Carnation in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pink Carnation from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pink Carnation are Pink Punch by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Shaded Primrose by Valspar (a near-identical match), Petal .03 by Colorhouse (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pink Carnation'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 Pink Carnation?
Pink Carnation has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.9, 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
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 Pink Carnation's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.