Limescent MQ3-16 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DFD1B4, LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ivory Coast from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DFD1B4 · MQ3-16
Limescent
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Limescent Technical Profile
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Limescent in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Limescent in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLimescent
Nearly identical
PPGIvory Coast
Ivory Coast
PPG
Nearly identical
Classic Buff
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hephaestus
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dirty Martini
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ocean Beach
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hephaestus
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Celestial Moon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
String
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Hampshire Beige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pale Gold
Kilz
Nearly identical
Stone .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Limescent
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Limescent
#DFD1B4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9B280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Limescent
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Limescent 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 Limescent.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Limescent — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Limescent have?
Limescent by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Limescent in your own space before committing.
What colors match Limescent from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Limescent are Ivory Coast by PPG (a near-identical match), Classic Buff by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sand Fossil by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Limescent'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 Limescent?
Limescent has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.6, 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 Limescent's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.