Pale Chamois PPL-51 is a off-white paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EFE5D7, estimated LRV 79 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Onion Powder from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #EFE5D7 · PPL-51
Pale Chamois
79%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pale Chamois Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFE5D7
RGB239, 229, 215
Estimated LRV79.3
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
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Colors That Work With Pale Chamois
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Chamois
#EFE5D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFB37F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Chamois
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Chamois 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 Chamois — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Chamois have?
Pale Chamois 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 Pale Chamois from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Chamois are Onion Powder by PPG (a close digital match), Fresh Linen by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Euro Linen by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pale Chamois'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 Chamois?
Pale Chamois has a estimated lightness value of 79.3, 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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