Early Crocus PR-W2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E9EAF2, LRV 83 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Polar White from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E9EAF2 · PR-W2
Early Crocus
83%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Early Crocus Technical Profile
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Early Crocus in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Early Crocus in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrEarly Crocus
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePolar White
Polar White
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Edge of Dawn
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Whisper Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Barcelona Rain
PPG
Nearly identical
Penelope
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Star Light
Valspar
Nearly identical
Chalky Violet
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Inverness
Kilz
Very similar
Opalescent
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sizing
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Signal White
RAL
Very similar
Imagine .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Early Crocus
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
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
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
Early Crocus 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 Early Crocus.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Early Crocus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Early Crocus have?
Early Crocus by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Early Crocus in your own space before committing.
What colors match Early Crocus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Early Crocus are Polar White by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Whisper Violet by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Edge of Dawn by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Early Crocus's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Early Crocus?
Early Crocus has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 82.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Early Crocus's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.