Ref. #E2D7C2 · 1037
Muslin
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Muslin Technical Profile
What color is Muslin? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E2D7C2. Colors similar to Muslin include Vista Paint Illusive Dream, Kilz Spanish Fortress, Kilz Spanish Fortress. Muslin has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Muslin sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Muslin
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Illusive Dream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spanish Fortress
Kilz
Nearly identical
Exclusive Ivory
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bone White
PPG
Nearly identical
Rococo Beige
Behr
Nearly identical
Lion of Hadrian
Valspar
Nearly identical
Off-White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Steamed Chai
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Muslin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Muslin
#E2D7C2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AF83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Muslin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Muslin 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 Muslin.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Muslin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Muslin have?
Muslin by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Muslin from other brands?
The closest matches are Illusive Dream by Vista Paint (#E0D5C0), Spanish Fortress by Kilz (#E3D7C2), Spanish Fortress by Kilz (#E3D7C2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Muslin?
Muslin has an LRV of 66.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Muslin's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.