Ref. #DDD4CB · CC-426
Bone China
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bone China Technical Profile
What color is Bone China? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #DDD4CB. Colors similar to Bone China include Valspar Warm Fog, Vista Paint Miguel Angel, PPG Steel Me. Bone China has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 65, Bone China sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Bone China 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 Bone China
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bone China
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bone China
#DDD4CB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bone China
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bone China 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 Bone China.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bone China — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bone China have?
Bone China by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Bone China from other brands?
The closest matches are Warm Fog by Valspar (#DED4CC), Miguel Angel by Vista Paint (#DFD5CD), Steel Me by PPG (#DDD5CE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bone China?
Bone China has an LRV of 64.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Bone China's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.