Ref. #E1D9AC · HDC-CT-27A
Fresh Willow
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fresh Willow Technical Profile
What color is Fresh Willow? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E1D9AC. Colors similar to Fresh Willow include Benjamin Moore Beacon Hill Damask, Kilz Pampas, Dunn-Edwards Olive Oil. Fresh Willow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 69, Fresh Willow 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 crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Fresh Willow reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Fresh Willow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fresh Willow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Willow
#E1D9AC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Willow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Willow 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 Fresh Willow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fresh Willow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Willow have?
Fresh Willow by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Fresh Willow from other brands?
The closest matches are Beacon Hill Damask by Benjamin Moore (#E6DCAC), Pampas by Kilz (#DDD7AE), Olive Oil by Dunn-Edwards (#E2DCAB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fresh Willow?
Fresh Willow has an LRV of 68.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fresh Willow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.