Fresh Willow HDC-CT-27A is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E1D9AC, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lil' Bit Citrus from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E1D9AC · HDC-CT-27A
Fresh Willow
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fresh Willow Technical Profile
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Fresh Willow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fresh Willow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrFresh Willow
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyLil' Bit Citrus
Lil' Bit Citrus
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Beacon Hill Damask
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Soft Burnished Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Pampas
Kilz
Nearly identical
Olive Oil
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wild Lime
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Plum Passion
Valspar
Nearly identical
Island Embrace
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Origin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Thrive .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Farrow's Cream
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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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 sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Fresh Willow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fresh Willow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresh Willow are Lil' Bit Citrus by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Beacon Hill Damask by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Soft Burnished Gold by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fresh Willow'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 Fresh Willow?
Fresh Willow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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.
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.