Ref. #EDD0B6 · BXC-64
Shortbread Cookie
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shortbread Cookie Technical Profile
What color is Shortbread Cookie? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #EDD0B6. Colors similar to Shortbread Cookie include Sherwin-Williams Creamery, Kilz Ripe Apricot, Valspar Peachy Confection. Shortbread Cookie has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Shortbread Cookie 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 Shortbread Cookie
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shortbread Cookie
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shortbread Cookie
#EDD0B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BEBC74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shortbread Cookie
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shortbread Cookie 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 Shortbread Cookie.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shortbread Cookie — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shortbread Cookie have?
Shortbread Cookie by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Shortbread Cookie from other brands?
The closest matches are Creamery by Sherwin-Williams (#EDD0B6), Ripe Apricot by Kilz (#E9CDB4), Peachy Confection by Valspar (#F1D4BB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Shortbread Cookie?
Shortbread Cookie has an LRV of 66.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shortbread Cookie's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.