Calcite CW-110 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F8ECCE, LRV 82 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Queenly Laugh from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F8ECCE · CW-110
Calcite
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Calcite Technical Profile
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Calcite in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Calcite in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCalcite
Nearly identical
Vista PaintQueenly Laugh
Queenly Laugh
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Popcorn White
PPG
Nearly identical
Lemon Meringue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sumatra
Behr
Nearly identical
Queenly Laugh
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Spirited
Valspar
Nearly identical
Warm Sunlight
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Milkweed
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Light Shine
Kilz
Very similar
Create .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
New White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Oyster White
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Calcite
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Calcite
#F8ECCE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3C76B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Calcite
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Calcite 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 Calcite.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Calcite — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Calcite have?
Calcite 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 Calcite in your own space before committing.
What colors match Calcite from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Calcite are Queenly Laugh by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Popcorn White by PPG (a near-identical match), Lemon Meringue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Calcite'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 Calcite?
Calcite has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 81.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Calcite's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.