Ref. #E2D5BF · PPU7-17
Wax Sculpture
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wax Sculpture Technical Profile
What color is Wax Sculpture? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E2D5BF. Colors similar to Wax Sculpture include Benjamin Moore Cayman Islands, Benjamin Moore Dulce de Leche, Kilz Navajo White. Wax Sculpture has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 68, Wax Sculpture 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 Wax Sculpture
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Cayman Islands
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Navajo White
Kilz
Nearly identical
Lovely Bluff
Valspar
Nearly identical
Steamed Chai
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Barberry Sand
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Illusive Dream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Matchstick
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Alpaca Wool
PPG
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wax Sculpture
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wax Sculpture
#E2D5BF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wax Sculpture
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wax Sculpture 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 Wax Sculpture.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wax Sculpture — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wax Sculpture have?
Wax Sculpture by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Wax Sculpture from other brands?
The closest matches are Cayman Islands by Benjamin Moore (#E3D5BE), Dulce de Leche by Benjamin Moore (#E0D4BE), Navajo White by Kilz (#E4D7C2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wax Sculpture?
Wax Sculpture has an LRV of 67.5, 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 Wax Sculpture's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.