Candle White 2164-70 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F3E9DE, LRV 79 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tangelo Cream from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F3E9DE · 2164-70
Candle White
79%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Candle White Technical Profile
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Candle White in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Candle White in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCandle White
Nearly identical
PPGTangelo Cream
Tangelo Cream
PPG
Nearly identical
Clay Dust
Behr
Nearly identical
White Meadow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Birchwood White
Valspar
Nearly identical
French White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Family Heirloom
Kilz
Nearly identical
White Meadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Downy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tailor Tack
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Creamed Vanilla
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Candle White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candle White
#F3E9DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Candle White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candle White 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 Candle White.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Candle White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candle White have?
Candle White 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 Candle White in your own space before committing.
What colors match Candle White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candle White are Tangelo Cream by PPG (a near-identical match), Clay Dust by Behr (a near-identical match), White Meadow by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Candle White'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 Candle White?
Candle White has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 79.1, 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 Candle White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.