Early Crocus by Behr paint color
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Early Crocus

83%LRV Value
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Early Crocus Technical Profile

What color is Early Crocus? It's a very light cool blue with the hex code #E9EAF2. Colors similar to Early Crocus include Benjamin Moore Polar White, Benjamin Moore Whisper Violet, Vista Paint Edge of Dawn. Early Crocus has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 83, Early Crocus 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 cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.

HEX Code#E9EAF2
RGB233, 234, 242
LRV82.6
UndertoneNeutral
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors Similar to Early Crocus

Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.

Polar White

Benjamin Moore

Nearly identical

Edge of Dawn

Vista Paint

Nearly identical

Whisper Blue

Dunn-Edwards

Nearly identical

Water Iris

PPG

Nearly identical

Penelope

Hirshfield's

Nearly identical

Star Light

Valspar

Nearly identical

Inverness

Kilz

Very similar

Opalescent

Sherwin-Williams

Very similar
Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Early Crocus

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Early Crocus

#E9EAF2

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#9485AD

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Early Crocus

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Blue Kiss

Complement

Cotton Field

Early Crocus Room Palettes

Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Walls

Lilac Tan

Trim

This Color

Accent

Prussian Plum

Pop

Love Poem

Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

Smoked Oyster

Trim

This Color

Accent

Vintage Grape

Pop

Terra Cotta Urn

Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

Smoked Oyster

Trim

This Color

Accent

Clockworks

Pop

Champagne Grape

Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

Similar Behr Colors

Other Behr colors close to Early Crocus.

Script White

Behr · N540-1

#DFE8ED

Reflecting Pool

Behr · 720E-1

#DFEBE8

Blue Bird Day

Behr · BL-W3

#E0F5F1

Drowsy Lavender

Behr · 610E-3

#DAE9F1

Vaguely Violet

Behr · P540-1

#E0ECFF

Musical Mist

Behr · 150C-1

#F9EAF4

More blue colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

Cat's Meow

Valspar · 8004-38C

#9FB4BD

Hot Sauna

Hirshfield's · 1271

#3F3F75

Slumber

Valspar · 4007-9C

#98C8EA

Mojave Aster

MPC · MP3342

#4B6887

Glacier Mist

Valspar · 4005-3B

#AEBECE

Laguna Green

Valspar · 5007-10B

#34A79E

Early Crocus — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Early Crocus have?
Early Crocus by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Early Crocus from other brands?
The closest matches are Polar White by Benjamin Moore (#E9E9F0), Whisper Violet by Benjamin Moore (#E6E6EE), Edge of Dawn by Vista Paint (#E4E6EE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Early Crocus?
Early Crocus has an LRV of 82.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.

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