Ref. #E0C298 · 300E-3
Clair De Lune
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Clair De Lune Technical Profile
What color is Clair De Lune? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E0C298. Colors similar to Clair De Lune include Vista Paint Ferncliffe, Vista Paint Mulled Cider, PPG Faint Fawn. Clair De Lune has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 57, Clair De Lune 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 Clair De Lune
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Clair De Lune
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clair De Lune
#E0C298
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4BA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clair De Lune
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clair De Lune 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 Clair De Lune.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Clair De Lune — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clair De Lune have?
Clair De Lune by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Clair De Lune from other brands?
The closest matches are Ferncliffe by Vista Paint (#DEC197), Mulled Cider by Vista Paint (#E2C39A), Faint Fawn by PPG (#E2C59C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Clair De Lune?
Clair De Lune has an LRV of 56.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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