Ref. #E2E1CB · YL-W13
Sentimental Beige
74%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sentimental Beige Technical Profile
What color is Sentimental Beige? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E2E1CB. Colors similar to Sentimental Beige include Sherwin-Williams Sprout, Benjamin Moore Spring Bud, Benjamin Moore Springview Green. Sentimental Beige has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, Sentimental Beige reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Sentimental Beige reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Sentimental Beige
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sprout
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Spring Bud
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Spring Reflection
Valspar
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Dried Lichen
Kilz
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I Miss You
PPG
Nearly identical
Translucent Vision
Vista Paint
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Translucent Vision
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Green Tea
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sentimental Beige
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sentimental Beige
#E2E1CB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sentimental Beige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sentimental Beige 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 Sentimental Beige.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sentimental Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sentimental Beige have?
Sentimental Beige by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Sentimental Beige from other brands?
The closest matches are Sprout by Sherwin-Williams (#E4E4CE), Spring Bud by Benjamin Moore (#E2E3CC), Springview Green by Benjamin Moore (#E3E4CD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sentimental Beige?
Sentimental Beige has an LRV of 74.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Sentimental Beige's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.