Pale Almond 951 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E8DCC4, estimated LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Parchment from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #E8DCC4 · 951
Pale Almond
70%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pale Almond Technical Profile
HEX Code#E8DCC4
RGB232, 220, 196
Estimated LRV69.5
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 Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Compare alternatives to Pale Almond
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Parchment
PPG
#E8DBC2
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Arizona Heat
Vista Paint
#E8DBC3
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Castle Ridge
Behr
#EADEC7
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Antique White
Sherwin-Williams
#E8DCC6
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Antique White
Dutch Boy
#E8DCC6
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Paraffin Wax
Kilz
#E4D9C3
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Drumskin
Valspar
#E6DBC1
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Cream Wave
Dunn-Edwards
#E8DBC5
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Chic Magnet
Hirshfield's
#EDE1C8
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Lime White
Farrow & Ball
#E8DEC9
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Stone .01
Colorhouse
#E1D6BB
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Colors That Work With Pale Almond
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Almond
#E8DCC4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABB47E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Almond
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Almond 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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Pale Almond — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Almond have?
Pale Almond by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Pale Almond from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Almond are Parchment by PPG (a close digital match), Heavy Cream by PPG (a close digital match), Arizona Heat by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pale Almond'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 Pale Almond?
Pale Almond has a estimated lightness value of 69.5, 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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