Ref. #E3DCDA · PPU17-06
Crushed Peony
73%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Crushed Peony Technical Profile
What color is Crushed Peony? It's a light warm off-white with the hex code #E3DCDA. Colors similar to Crushed Peony include Valspar Mind of Her Own, Benjamin Moore Antique Pearl, Sherwin-Williams Smart White. Crushed Peony has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 73, Crushed Peony reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a warm neutral, Crushed Peony pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Crushed Peony
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Mind of Her Own
Valspar
Nearly identical
Antique Pearl
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Smart White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Great White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Milk And Cookies
PPG
Nearly identical
Mountain Air
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Clytemnestra
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Clytemnestra
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crushed Peony
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crushed Peony
#E3DCDA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA285
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crushed Peony
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crushed Peony 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 Crushed Peony.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crushed Peony — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crushed Peony have?
Crushed Peony by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Crushed Peony from other brands?
The closest matches are Mind of Her Own by Valspar (#E1DBDA), Antique Pearl by Benjamin Moore (#E5DFDE), Smart White by Sherwin-Williams (#E4DBD8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Crushed Peony?
Crushed Peony has an LRV of 72.6, 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 Crushed Peony's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.