Ecru reads as warm and grounded — strong in kitchens, family rooms, and any space where warmth is the dominant mood you're after. At LRV 73 it reflects plenty of light, which makes it well-suited for north-facing rooms and smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Skip it in rooms that already run warm or get strong afternoon sun, where it can tip into an overpowering glow.
Ref. #EBDDC3 · PPL-76
Ecru
73%LRV Value
Ecru Technical Profile
What color is Behr Ecru (PPL-76)? It's a light warm orange — hex #EBDDC3, LRV 73. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Ecru is Vista Paint Limestone Ridge — a near-identical match on the wall, with Benjamin Moore Barbados Sand and PPG Parchment also close. With a Light Reflectance Value of 73, Ecru 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. At mid saturation, this color sits at a flexible mid-point — bold enough to anchor a room without dominating, and pairs cleanly with both crisp and creamy whites. 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. At mid saturation the lighting shift is moderate but real — sample under both warm-bulb evening light and cool-daylight morning light before committing.
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Colors Similar to Ecru
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Limestone Ridge
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Barbados Sand
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Parchment
PPG
Nearly identical
Golden Weave
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Thatched Roof
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Vital Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Double Cream
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Yards Of Muslin
Kilz
Nearly identical
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Colors That Work With Ecru
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ecru
#EBDDC3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEB87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Ecru
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ecru 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 Ecru.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ecru — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Ecru from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ecru are Limestone Ridge by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Barbados Sand by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Parchment by PPG (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Ecru's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Ecru?
Ecru has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 73.3, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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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.
Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Ecru depends on the room. Here's how to choose.