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Raspberry Lemonade

Behr · 130C-3

The Analysis

Raspberry Lemonade is a mid-tone pink with significant saturation. With an LRV of 47.85, it absorbs a fair amount of light, which prevents it from feeling stark while creating a cozy, contained atmosphere that feels slightly smaller and more intimate.

It is too intense for a whole-house neutral, so it functions best as a bold accent wall or a statement color in a small space like a powder room. Using it in larger areas can quickly overwhelm the eye if not balanced with neutral furniture.

LRV 48

History & Origin

This shade leans heavily into modern, high-energy palettes. It avoids period-specific connotations, making it a contemporary choice for those looking to add personality to a new-build or renovated space.

Undertonewarm-red
FamilyRed

How to Use It

Pair this with light oak wood tones to soften the punchiness or matte black hardware to ground the pink. It works best in rooms with high natural light, where the sun can hit the pigment and make the color look vibrant rather than muddy.

The Mood

This color is undeniably energizing and playful. Living with it daily provides a mood boost, making it a great choice for spaces where you want to feel active rather than sedated.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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