Malted Milk 2099-60 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DFCBC3, LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Victorian Cameo from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DFCBC3 · 2099-60
Malted Milk
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Malted Milk Technical Profile
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Malted Milk in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Malted Milk in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMalted Milk
Nearly identical
BehrVictorian Cameo
Victorian Cameo
Behr
Nearly identical
Ginger Shortbread
PPG
Nearly identical
Abalone Shell
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pout
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pout
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tender Shell
Valspar
Nearly identical
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Pale Berries
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Thinking Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cameo Coral
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Malted Milk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Malted Milk
#DFCBC3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA585
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Malted Milk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Malted Milk 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 Malted Milk.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Malted Milk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Malted Milk have?
Malted Milk 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 Malted Milk in your own space before committing.
What colors match Malted Milk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Malted Milk are Victorian Cameo by Behr (a near-identical match), Ginger Shortbread by PPG (a near-identical match), Cheerful Heart by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Malted Milk'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 Malted Milk?
Malted Milk has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Malted Milk's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.