Smoky White BWC-13 is a off-white paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #ECECE4, estimated LRV 78 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Paramount White from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #ECECE4 · BWC-13
Smoky White
78%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Smoky White Technical Profile
HEX Code#ECECE4
RGB236, 236, 228
Estimated LRV78.0
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 Familyoff-white
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Smoky White
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Paramount White
Valspar
#ECECE4
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Mountain Mist
PPG
#ECECE3
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Vanilla Milkshake
Benjamin Moore
#EDEDE4
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White
Vista Paint
#EBEBE4
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Almond Milk
Dunn-Edwards
#ECEBE3
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Mystic Fog
Hirshfield's
#EAE9E1
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Imagine .06
Colorhouse
#EAE9E1
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Pure White
Sherwin-Williams
#EDECE6
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Architectural White
Kilz
#F1EFE6
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Crisped White
Dutch Boy
#ECEAE3
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Au Lait
Farrow & Ball
#EBE7DC
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Colors That Work With Smoky White
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky White
#ECECE4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoky White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky 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
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Smoky White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky White have?
Smoky White by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white 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 Smoky White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky White are Paramount White by Valspar (a close digital match), Mountain Mist by PPG (a close digital match), Vanilla Milkshake by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Smoky 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 Smoky White?
Smoky White has a estimated lightness value of 78.0, 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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