Ref. #E5CDA9 · UL150-6
Dried Plantain
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dried Plantain Technical Profile
What color is Dried Plantain? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E5CDA9. Colors similar to Dried Plantain include Dunn-Edwards Gourmet Honey, Sherwin-Williams Ivoire, Kilz Eggnog Latte. Dried Plantain has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 63, Dried Plantain 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 Dried Plantain
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Gourmet Honey
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ivoire
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Eggnog Latte
Kilz
Nearly identical
Frozen Custard
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Frozen Custard
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
From the Archives
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gentle Fawn
Valspar
Nearly identical
York Ivory
PPG
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dried Plantain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dried Plantain
#E5CDA9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3BA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dried Plantain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dried Plantain 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 Dried Plantain.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dried Plantain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dried Plantain have?
Dried Plantain by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Dried Plantain from other brands?
The closest matches are Gourmet Honey by Dunn-Edwards (#E3CBA8), Ivoire by Sherwin-Williams (#E4CEAC), Eggnog Latte by Kilz (#E6CDAB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dried Plantain?
Dried Plantain has an LRV of 63.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Dried Plantain's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.