French Creme S300-1 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F5EBD4, estimated LRV 80 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wax Wing from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #F5EBD4 · S300-1
French Creme
80%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
French Creme Technical Profile
HEX Code#F5EBD4
RGB245, 235, 212
Estimated LRV80.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With French Creme
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Creme
#F5EBD4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0BF73
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for French Creme
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French Creme 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
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French Creme — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Creme have?
French Creme by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match French Creme from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to French Creme are Wax Wing by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Oatmeal Cookie by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Saffron Tint by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting French Creme'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 French Creme?
French Creme has a estimated lightness value of 80.0, 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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