Historic Cream ECC-49-2 is a off-white paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FDF3E3, estimated LRV 91 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Apricot Ice from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #FDF3E3 · ECC-49-2
Historic Cream
91%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Historic Cream Technical Profile
HEX Code#FDF3E3
RGB253, 243, 227
Estimated LRV90.5
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 Familyoff-white
BrandBehr
Test it in your room
Place physical samples beside your flooring and trim. Check them in daylight and with your evening lights before buying paint.
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Compare alternatives to Historic Cream
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Apricot Ice
Benjamin Moore
#FDF3E2
Close digital match
Early Snow
Dunn-Edwards
#FDF3E4
Close digital match
Whiskers
Hirshfield's
#FCF3E5
Close digital match
Arizona White
PPG
#F9F0E1
Close digital match
Whiskers
Vista Paint
#FAF2E2
Close digital match
Mayo
Kilz
#F7EFDF
Close digital match
Halogen
Valspar
#F8EFE2
Close digital match
Paperwhite
Sherwin-Williams
#F7EFDE
Close digital match
Pointing
Farrow & Ball
#F7F1E3
Close digital match
Aged Marble
Dutch Boy
#F6F0E2
Close digital match
Cream
RAL
#FAF4E3
Similar digital color
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Generated palette previews
Colors That Work With Historic Cream
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Historic Cream
#FDF3E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C2CE64
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Historic Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Historic Cream 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 Historic Cream.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Historic Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Historic Cream have?
Historic Cream by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white 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 Historic Cream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Historic Cream are Apricot Ice by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Early Snow by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Tofu by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Historic Cream'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 Historic Cream?
Historic Cream has a estimated lightness value of 90.5, 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.
Explore More with Historic Cream
Related Reading
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 Historic Cream's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.