Ref. #EAE0CD · PPU8-14
Silky Bamboo
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Silky Bamboo Technical Profile
What color is Silky Bamboo? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #EAE0CD. Colors similar to Silky Bamboo include Vista Paint Little Dove, Hirshfield's Little Dove, Sherwin-Williams Radiant Dawn. Silky Bamboo has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Silky Bamboo 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 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 Silky Bamboo
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Little Dove
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Little Dove
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Radiant Dawn
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Natural Wicker
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lime White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Courtyard Tan
Valspar
Nearly identical
Brandied Pears
PPG
Nearly identical
Bone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Silky Bamboo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silky Bamboo
#EAE0CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silky Bamboo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silky Bamboo 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 Silky Bamboo.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Silky Bamboo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silky Bamboo have?
Silky Bamboo by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Silky Bamboo from other brands?
The closest matches are Little Dove by Vista Paint (#E9DFCD), Little Dove by Hirshfield's (#EBE0CE), Radiant Dawn by Sherwin-Williams (#EBE0CE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Silky Bamboo?
Silky Bamboo has an LRV of 75.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Silky Bamboo's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.