Ref. #E6DFD2 · MQ3-13
Crisp Linen
74%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Crisp Linen Technical Profile
What color is Crisp Linen? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E6DFD2. Colors similar to Crisp Linen include Hirshfield's Herare White, Farrow & Ball School House White, Sherwin-Williams Shoji White. Crisp Linen has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, Crisp Linen reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Crisp Linen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Herare White
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
School House White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Shoji White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Herare White
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Water Chestnut
PPG
Nearly identical
Sonnet
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Totten's Inlet
Valspar
Nearly identical
Crystal Haze
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crisp Linen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crisp Linen
#E6DFD2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crisp Linen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crisp Linen 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 Crisp Linen.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crisp Linen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crisp Linen have?
Crisp Linen by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Crisp Linen from other brands?
The closest matches are Herare White by Hirshfield's (#E7E0D3), School House White by Farrow & Ball (#E6DFD1), Shoji White by Sherwin-Williams (#E6DFD3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Crisp Linen?
Crisp Linen has an LRV of 74.3, 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 Crisp Linen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.