Madagascar Pink
With a focus on versatile tones, Madagascar Pink (PPG1050-4) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to add character and warmth to any space. See it applied across 10 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#d194a1
LRV
37.00
Madagascar Pink's Color Strip
Madagascar Pink is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Love In A Mist and Briar Rose. The strip spans from Bare Pink at the lightest end to Magenta at the deepest. Color strip PPG1050 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Madagascar Pink in Real Rooms
Madagascar Pink has a medium-high LRV of 37 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
1 Bedroom Photo
There's a rhythmic quality to Madagascar Pink in a bedroom. It's a color that supports the circadian rhythm, mirroring the natural shadows of the evening and providing a neutral, non-stimulating canvas for the brain to decompress after a long day of digital exposure.
A moody bedroom painted in Madagascar Pink
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1 Bathroom Photo
In the bathroom, Madagascar Pink brings a spa-like intentionality to the space. It responds well to task lighting and natural light alike, and pairs beautifully with white fixtures, warm wood vanities, or brushed brass hardware for a polished, restful result.
Madagascar Pink — traditional bathroom
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms benefit from colors with some weight to them — lighter shades can feel too open for a space meant for intimate evening gatherings. Madagascar Pink does what good dining room color should: it makes the table feel like the center of the world.
Madagascar Pink paint in a boho dining room
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1 Front Door Photo
Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Madagascar Pink rewards that scrutiny — it has the kind of depth that looks richer the closer you get, rather than flatter. Pair with polished or unlacquered brass hardware for the best result.
modern luxury front door featuring Madagascar Pink by PPG
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1 Home Office Photo
In a workspace, Madagascar Pink helps to reduce "visual noise," allowing your mind to focus on the task at hand. It provides a steady, non-distracting horizon line that is particularly helpful for those in creative or high-concentration fields.
PPG Madagascar Pink in a warm home office
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1 Living Room Photo
When applied to living room walls, Madagascar Pink creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.
A organic modern living room painted in Madagascar Pink
@simplywalldecor
1 Kitchen Photo
Madagascar Pink is particularly effective in kitchens with a lot of natural light. It tempers the glare from sun hitting polished surfaces, providing a matte-like visual anchor that keeps the room feeling grounded even during the brightest parts of the day.
Madagascar Pink — industrial kitchen
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1 House Photo
On a traditional or historic home, Madagascar Pink acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.
Madagascar Pink color — eclectic house inspiration
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1 Mudroom Photo
For smaller entries, Madagascar Pink provides a "box" of color that defines the space. It tells you exactly where the "messy" zone ends and the "clean" house begins, using color psychology to manage the flow of the household.
Madagascar Pink paint in a industrial mudroom
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1 Patio Photo
In sun-drenched climates, Madagascar Pink is a practical choice that helps reduce the glare from the patio floor. It absorbs the harsh light, making the outdoor space more comfortable for the eyes during the peak hours of the day.
minimalist patio featuring Madagascar Pink by PPG
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Coordinating Colors
A 10-point LRV gap (47 vs 37) makes Happy Trails the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 57 vs 37, Ostrich Feather is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
At LRV 81 vs 37, Lotus Petal is decisively the brighter choice.
Delicate White reflects far more light (LRV 88 vs 37), opening up a space where Madagascar Pink encloses it.