Alpaca 1074 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DECAAD, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wheat Toast from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DECAAD · 1074
Alpaca
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Alpaca in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Alpaca in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAlpaca
Nearly identical
ValsparWheat Toast
Wheat Toast
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cameo Role
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Muslin Tint
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ancient Scroll
Behr
Nearly identical
Muslin Tint
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sundew
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hazelwood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Classic Ivory
PPG
Nearly identical
Eggnog Latte
Kilz
Very similar
String
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grain .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Alpaca
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alpaca
#DECAAD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEB37F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alpaca
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alpaca 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Alpaca.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Alpaca — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alpaca have?
Alpaca by Benjamin Moore 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 Alpaca in your own space before committing.
What colors match Alpaca from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alpaca are Wheat Toast by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cameo Role by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Holmes Cream by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Alpaca'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 Alpaca?
Alpaca has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Alpaca's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.