Ref. #E3DBCC · PPU7-16
Vintage Linen
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Vintage Linen Technical Profile
What color is Vintage Linen? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #E3DBCC. Colors similar to Vintage Linen include Sherwin-Williams White Sesame, Vista Paint Travertine Trail, Benjamin Moore Sonnet. Vintage Linen has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, Vintage Linen reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a warm neutral, Vintage Linen pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Vintage Linen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
White Sesame
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Travertine Trail
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sonnet
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cream in my Coffee
Valspar
Nearly identical
Antique White
PPG
Nearly identical
School House White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Earthling
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Stucco Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vintage Linen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vintage Linen
#E3DBCC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vintage Linen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vintage Linen 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 Vintage Linen.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Vintage Linen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vintage Linen have?
Vintage Linen by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Vintage Linen from other brands?
The closest matches are White Sesame by Sherwin-Williams (#E3DBCD), Travertine Trail by Vista Paint (#E1D9CA), Sonnet by Benjamin Moore (#E4DCCE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Vintage Linen?
Vintage Linen has an LRV of 71.4, 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 Vintage Linen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.