Natural Beech 253 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #EFE6C8, estimated LRV 75 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is YL-W6 from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #EFE6C8 · 253
Natural Beech
75%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Natural Beech Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFE6C8
RGB239, 230, 200
Estimated LRV75.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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YL-W6
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#EDE4C6
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#F2E8CB
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#F0E5C7
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#F2E8CC
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#F5EACC
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#F1E8C6
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Calla Lily
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#ECE6C8
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Spirited
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#F4E8C8
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Colors That Work With Natural Beech
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Natural Beech
#EFE6C8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9BB77
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Natural Beech
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Natural Beech 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
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Natural Beech — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Natural Beech have?
Natural Beech by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Natural Beech from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Natural Beech are YL-W6 by Behr (a close digital match), Navajo White by Behr (a close digital match), Sphere by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Natural Beech'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 Natural Beech?
Natural Beech has a estimated lightness value of 75.1, 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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