Cardboard PPH-11 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BB9E7E, estimated LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cocoa Nib from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BB9E7E · PPH-11
Cardboard
37%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cardboard Technical Profile
HEX Code#BB9E7E
RGB187, 158, 126
Estimated LRV36.5
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Cardboard
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Cocoa Nib
Hirshfield's
#BC9F7E
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Tailored Tan
Vista Paint
#BD9F7F
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Warm Caramel
PPG
#B99E80
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Doe Eyes
Valspar
#B79D80
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Saddle Tan
Benjamin Moore
#BA9A79
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Wooded Acre
Dunn-Edwards
#B59B7E
Close digital match
Mesa Tan
Sherwin-Williams
#BD9C77
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Mitered Edge
Dutch Boy
#B79B77
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Cardboard Box
Kilz
#BF9974
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#C49C6D
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#BA9C69
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Colors That Work With Cardboard
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cardboard
#BB9E7E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cardboard
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cardboard 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
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Cardboard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cardboard have?
Cardboard by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Cardboard from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cardboard are Cocoa Nib by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Tailored Tan by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Warm Caramel by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cardboard'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 Cardboard?
Cardboard has a estimated lightness value of 36.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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