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San Diego Cream
81%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
San Diego Cream Technical Profile
What color is San Diego Cream? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F8EDD4. Colors similar to San Diego Cream include Valspar Veranda Ivory, Vista Paint Rave Rachel, Dunn-Edwards Oatmeal Cookie. San Diego Cream has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 81, San Diego Cream reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 San Diego Cream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With San Diego Cream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
San Diego Cream
#F8EDD4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4C56D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for San Diego Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
San Diego Cream 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 San Diego Cream.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
San Diego Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does San Diego Cream have?
San Diego Cream by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match San Diego Cream from other brands?
The closest matches are Veranda Ivory by Valspar (#F8EDD4), Rave Rachel by Vista Paint (#F9EDD4), Oatmeal Cookie by Dunn-Edwards (#F6EBD3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of San Diego Cream?
San Diego Cream has an LRV of 81.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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