Ref. #E2C78C · 310E-3
Ripe Wheat
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ripe Wheat Technical Profile
What color is Ripe Wheat? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E2C78C. Colors similar to Ripe Wheat include Benjamin Moore Golden Tan, Kilz Organic Ingredient, Valspar Home Brew. Ripe Wheat has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Ripe Wheat sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Ripe Wheat
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ripe Wheat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ripe Wheat
#E2C78C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0BE74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ripe Wheat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ripe Wheat 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 Ripe Wheat.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ripe Wheat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ripe Wheat have?
Ripe Wheat by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Ripe Wheat from other brands?
The closest matches are Golden Tan by Benjamin Moore (#E1C48A), Organic Ingredient by Kilz (#E6CB8F), Home Brew by Valspar (#E5CB8D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ripe Wheat?
Ripe Wheat has an LRV of 58.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ripe Wheat's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.