Windrift Beige N190-3 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CFC2B9, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Windmill from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CFC2B9 · N190-3
Windrift Beige
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Windrift Beige Technical Profile
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Windrift Beige in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Windrift Beige in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrWindrift Beige
Nearly identical
ValsparWindmill
Windmill
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rose Dust
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Angora
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
En Plein Air
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Shadowbox Beige
PPG
Nearly identical
Avorio
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Impressionist Taupe
Kilz
Nearly identical
Elephant's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Stable Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Coconut Macaroon
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Windrift Beige
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Windrift Beige
#CFC2B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Windrift Beige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Windrift Beige 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 Windrift Beige.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Windrift Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Windrift Beige have?
Windrift Beige by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Windrift Beige in your own space before committing.
What colors match Windrift Beige from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Windrift Beige are Windmill by Valspar (a near-identical match), Boardwalk Sashay by Valspar (a near-identical match), Rose Dust by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Windrift Beige'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 Windrift Beige?
Windrift Beige has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Windrift Beige's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.