Pink Damask → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Benjamin Moore Pink Damask (OC-72), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Pink Damask
If you love Benjamin Moore Pink Damask but need a Behr alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Behr, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Pink Damask (OC-72) is a light pink with soft pink undertones. A soft, warm off-white with delicate pink undertones. Like aged damask fabric. More pink than Classic Gray, less obvious than a true pink. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 68.55) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Pink Damask and every Behr color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Behr option is Blanched Coral (PPU7-14) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Blanched Coral is similar. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Pink Damask
Blanched Coral is similar.
| Pink Damask | Blanched Coral | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 68.55 | 78 |
| Hex | #E1D7CE | #E7E0D2 |
| Undertone | Soft Pink | Warm Coral Cream |
| Family | Pink | Cream |
Undertone Comparison
Pink Damask has soft pink undertones. A soft, warm off-white with delicate pink undertones. Like aged damask fabric. More pink than Classic Gray, less obvious than a true pink.
Blanched Coral has warm coral cream undertones. A warm cream with subtle coral-pink undertones. Softer and more feminine than a straight cream, without being obviously pink. The coral warmth gives it a unique character that reads as both cozy and sophisticated.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Pink Damask's soft pink quality may read differently than Blanched Coral's warm coral cream character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Pink Damask in Your Room
The pink is very subtle. In most rooms reads as a warm off-white. In cool north light, the pink whisper shows.
Blanched Coral in Your Room
The coral undertone is most visible in bright, cool light. In warm rooms, it reads as a rich, warm cream. A distinctive warm off-white that offers something different from the usual cream-yellow options.
LRV and Brightness
Pink Damask has an LRV of 68.55, while Blanched Coral has an LRV of 78. That means Blanched Coral reflects more light. If you switch from Pink Damask to Blanched Coral, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Pink Damask
Benjamin Moore recommends Pink Damask for: bedroom, bathroom, nursery, hallway, living room. With an LRV of 68.55, this is a light color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Blanched Coral is recommended for: bedroom, bathroom, nursery, living room, dining room. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Blanched Coral in the same rooms you planned for Pink Damask.
Pink Damask in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Pink Damask (OC-72) is Blanched Coral (PPU7-14) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Blanched Coral is similar. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Pink Damask is a Benjamin Moore color with soft pink undertones and an LRV of 68.55. Blanched Coral is a Behr color with warm coral cream undertones and an LRV of 78. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.