Garlic Bulb 2112-70 is a off-white paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E5E4E1, estimated LRV 75 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heirloom Pink from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #E5E4E1 · 2112-70
Garlic Bulb
Previously listed as American White
75%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Garlic Bulb Technical Profile
HEX Code#E5E4E1
RGB229, 228, 225
Estimated LRV74.5
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
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Garlic Bulb
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Garlic Bulb
#E5E4E1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Garlic Bulb
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Garlic Bulb 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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Garlic Bulb — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Garlic Bulb have?
Garlic Bulb by Benjamin Moore 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 Garlic Bulb from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Garlic Bulb are Heirloom Pink by Valspar (nearly identical in our digital data), Cinema Screen by Valspar (nearly identical in our digital data), Lambs Ear by Kilz (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Garlic Bulb'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 Garlic Bulb?
Garlic Bulb has a estimated lightness value of 74.5, 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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