Simply White BWC-01 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F9F5EC, LRV 88 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ivory Keys from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F9F5EC · BWC-01
Simply White
88%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Simply White Technical Profile
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Simply White in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Simply White in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSimply White
Nearly identical
ValsparIvory Keys
Ivory Keys
Valspar
Nearly identical
Palace Gown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cheviot
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Birched White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
White Heat
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sugar Dust
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wimborne White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Crisp Linen White
PPG
Nearly identical
Mountain Peak White
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tea Set White
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bisque .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Simply White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simply White
#F9F5EC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADB979
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Simply White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simply White 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 Simply White.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Simply White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simply White have?
Simply White by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Simply White in your own space before committing.
What colors match Simply White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply White are Ivory Keys by Valspar (a near-identical match), Palace Gown by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Champagne Mist by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Simply White'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 Simply White?
Simply White has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 88.0, 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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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 Simply White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.