Pale Bamboo PWL-91 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C9BFA8, estimated LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Throwing Clay from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C9BFA8 · PWL-91
Pale Bamboo
53%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pale Bamboo Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9BFA8
RGB201, 191, 168
Estimated LRV52.5
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 Familybeige
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Pale Bamboo
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Throwing Clay
Dunn-Edwards
#CCC2AA
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Courtyard
Hirshfield's
#C8BDA4
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Hideaway
PPG
#C8C0AA
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Make Believe
Benjamin Moore
#CBC1A7
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Dry Mountains
Kilz
#C8BEAA
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Threaded Loom
Sherwin-Williams
#CEC2AA
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Snake Charmer
Valspar
#CAC2AD
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Olive Gold
Dutch Boy
#C7BBA3
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Courtyard
Vista Paint
#C6BCA2
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Old White
Farrow & Ball
#CFC3AD
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Silk Grey
RAL
#CAC4B0
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Colorhouse
#CBC6B1
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Colors That Work With Pale Bamboo
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Bamboo
#C9BFA8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Bamboo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Bamboo 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
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Pale Bamboo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Bamboo have?
Pale Bamboo by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Pale Bamboo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Bamboo are Throwing Clay by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Courtyard by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Seagull Wail by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pale Bamboo'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 Pale Bamboo?
Pale Bamboo has a estimated lightness value of 52.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pale Bamboo's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.