Ash Blonde S240-3 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D8C3AC, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fresco Cream from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D8C3AC · S240-3
Ash Blonde
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ash Blonde Technical Profile
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Ash Blonde in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ash Blonde in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAsh Blonde
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsFresco Cream
Fresco Cream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Oxford Stone
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
King Arthurs Court
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Heritage Hills
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dapper Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Sahara
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Westwood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Vanilla Iced Coffee
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tea With Cream
Kilz
Very similar
Candle Light
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ash Blonde
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ash Blonde
#D8C3AC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEAF83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ash Blonde
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ash Blonde 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Ash Blonde.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ash Blonde — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ash Blonde have?
Ash Blonde by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ash Blonde in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ash Blonde from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ash Blonde are Fresco Cream by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Oxford Stone by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), King Arthurs Court by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ash Blonde'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 Ash Blonde?
Ash Blonde has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Ash Blonde's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.