Crisp Straw 2157-50 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FAD6B1, LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orange Blossom from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FAD6B1 · 2157-50
Crisp Straw
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Crisp Straw Technical Profile
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Crisp Straw in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Crisp Straw in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCrisp Straw
Nearly identical
PPGOrange Blossom
Orange Blossom
PPG
Nearly identical
Tallow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Feather Plume
Behr
Nearly identical
Tallow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tahitian Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Flan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Peach Butter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sienna Peach
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Amber Light
Kilz
Very similar
Grain .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Farrow's Cream
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crisp Straw
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crisp Straw
#FAD6B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CECF63
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Crisp Straw
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crisp Straw 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 Crisp Straw.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crisp Straw — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crisp Straw have?
Crisp Straw 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 Crisp Straw in your own space before committing.
What colors match Crisp Straw from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crisp Straw are Orange Blossom by PPG (a near-identical match), Tallow by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Feather Plume by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Crisp Straw'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 Crisp Straw?
Crisp Straw has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.4, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Crisp Straw's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.