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Portola Paints Pink Paint Colors
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Every pink in the Portola Paints deck — 2 colors, LRV 40 down to 17 — grouped by undertone and depth.
All 2 Portola Paints pink paint colors
Grouped by undertone (warm → cool)Hex values are display approximations from Portola Paints's published swatch tools — not guaranteed to match a physical sample under controlled lighting. Order a brand-direct sample before specifying.
Both colors ship direct from portolapaints.com in New Standard acrylic, Roman Clay, or Lime Wash, and it's worth ordering samples of each before deciding — Carmine's plum-leaning depth and Havana's tan-leaning warmth read quite differently in person than the LRV numbers alone suggest.
Either can be color-matched at a paint counter and mixed into another brand's line, which is a reasonable option if you want the hue in a more affordable paint or a durable exterior formula. The match captures the color, not the textured depth Roman Clay or Lime Wash adds to it.
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Portola's Two Pinks: Carmine and Havana
Pink is a small family in Portola's deck, holding just two colors that both lean dusty rather than sweet. Carmine (LRV 17) is the deeper of the two, a dusty mauve-pink that sits closer to a muted plum than a classic blush. Havana (LRV 40) is lighter and warmer, a dusty blush-tan that reads almost as much beige as it does pink.
Neither color is a bright, girlish pink — both are grounded, adult tones built to sit comfortably alongside Portola's earthy neutrals and browns rather than stand apart as a playful accent. That's consistent with the rest of the brand's palette, which favors muted, sun-worn colors over saturated, primary-feeling ones.
Where Carmine and Havana Work
Carmine's depth (LRV 17) makes it a strong choice for a contained, moody surface — a powder room, a reading nook, or a single accent wall — where its dusty plum-pink can read fully without dominating a large space. It pairs well with warm woods and Portola's deeper browns.
Havana, at LRV 40, is light and warm enough to work across a bigger wall or even a whole bedroom for someone who wants a hint of pink without much saturation. Because it leans so close to a warm tan, it also works as a soft neutral alternative for anyone who likes the idea of pink but wants it to read subtle rather than obvious.
Carmine and Havana in Roman Clay, Lime Wash, and Flat Acrylic
Both colors take well to Portola's texture lines. Carmine in Roman Clay picks up real depth from the troweled layers, reading closer to a dusty stone or aged plaster than a flat painted wall. Havana works nicely as Lime Wash, since its soft, tan-leaning warmth suits the chalky, weathered patina that finish produces.
In New Standard flat acrylic, both go on even and predictable — the more practical choice for trim, a ceiling, or anyone who wants the color without the added cost and technique of a plaster finish.
The Questions Everyone Asks
How many pink paint colors does Portola offer?
Two: Carmine (LRV 17), a deep, dusty mauve-pink, and Havana (LRV 40), a lighter, warmer blush-tan. Neither is a bright, saturated pink — both lean muted and earthy, in keeping with the rest of Portola's grounded palette.
What's the difference between Carmine and Havana?
Carmine is much darker at LRV 17 and reads closer to a dusty plum than a classic pink. Havana is lighter at LRV 40 and leans warm, close to a blush-tan that reads almost as much beige as pink. Carmine suits a moody accent; Havana works across a bigger, brighter space.
Is Havana more pink or more tan?
It sits close to the line between the two. At LRV 40, Havana is warm and dusty enough that it reads as a soft blush-pink in some light and a warm tan in other light, which makes it a flexible, low-risk choice for anyone who wants a hint of pink without committing to a bold color.
Do Carmine and Havana work as Roman Clay or Lime Wash?
Yes. Carmine takes on real depth as Roman Clay, reading closer to dusty stone than flat paint once troweled on. Havana's tan-leaning warmth suits Lime Wash particularly well, since the chalky, weathered patina complements its soft, muted color rather than fighting it.
Can I match Carmine or Havana into another brand's paint?
Yes. Either color can be color-matched at a paint counter and mixed into another brand's flat paint if you want it at a lower price or in a tougher exterior formula. The match reproduces the color; it won't reproduce the depth a Roman Clay or Lime Wash finish adds to the same color.
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