Shell Ginger 230A-1 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FBE4E0, estimated LRV 81 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Stone from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #FBE4E0 · 230A-1
Shell Ginger
81%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Shell Ginger Technical Profile
HEX Code#FBE4E0
RGB251, 228, 224
Estimated LRV81.4
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 Familyred
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Shell Ginger
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shell Ginger
#FBE4E0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C8A76A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shell Ginger
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shell Ginger 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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Shell Ginger — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shell Ginger have?
Shell Ginger by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the red 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 Shell Ginger from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shell Ginger are Soft Stone by Valspar (a close digital match), Pink Wink by Valspar (a close digital match), First Kiss by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Shell Ginger'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 Shell Ginger?
Shell Ginger has a estimated lightness value of 81.4, 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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