Shortbread CSP-970 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DCC396, estimated LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grain Mill from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #DCC396 · CSP-970
Shortbread
54%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Shortbread Technical Profile
HEX Code#DCC396
RGB220, 195, 150
Estimated LRV53.9
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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#D8C095
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#DAC299
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True Blonde
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#DCC49B
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#DCC596
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#E0C89B
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#DFC491
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Hay
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#DFC795
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Pale Ale
Kilz
#D4BC8E
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Pale Moss
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#DCC797
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Grain .04
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#E1C9A1
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Colors That Work With Shortbread
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shortbread
#DCC396
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFB87A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shortbread
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shortbread Room Palettes
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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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Shortbread — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shortbread have?
Shortbread 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 Shortbread from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shortbread are Grain Mill by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Warmed Biscuit by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), True Blonde by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Shortbread'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 Shortbread?
Shortbread has a estimated lightness value of 53.9, 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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