Nutmeg Frost S210-1 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EFDCD4, LRV 74 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Beachfront Blush from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EFDCD4 · S210-1
Nutmeg Frost
74%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nutmeg Frost Technical Profile
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Nutmeg Frost in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nutmeg Frost in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrNutmeg Frost
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyBeachfront Blush
Beachfront Blush
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Taupe Pearls
Kilz
Nearly identical
Blushing Bride
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sugarcane
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lotus Petal
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Peachskin
PPG
Nearly identical
Mosaic Pink
Valspar
Nearly identical
Morning Side
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Truffles
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nutmeg Frost
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nutmeg Frost
#EFDCD4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5AA7D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nutmeg Frost
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nutmeg Frost 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 Nutmeg Frost.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nutmeg Frost — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nutmeg Frost have?
Nutmeg Frost 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 Nutmeg Frost in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nutmeg Frost from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nutmeg Frost are Beachfront Blush by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Taupe Pearls by Kilz (a near-identical match), Blushing Bride by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nutmeg Frost'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 Nutmeg Frost?
Nutmeg Frost has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 74.3, 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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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 Nutmeg Frost's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.