Ref. #EDD2C3 · S230-1
Buff Tone
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Buff Tone Technical Profile
What color is Buff Tone? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #EDD2C3. Colors similar to Buff Tone include PPG Melon Pink, Farrow & Ball Pink Ground, Valspar Morning Glow. Buff Tone has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 68, Buff Tone sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Buff Tone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Buff Tone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Buff Tone
#EDD2C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BAB178
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Buff Tone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Buff Tone 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 Buff Tone.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Buff Tone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buff Tone have?
Buff Tone by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Buff Tone from other brands?
The closest matches are Melon Pink by PPG (#F1D4C4), Pink Ground by Farrow & Ball (#EFD6C7), Morning Glow by Valspar (#EFD3C6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Buff Tone?
Buff Tone has an LRV of 68.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Buff Tone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.