Shortbread CSP-970 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DCC396, 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.
Ref. #DCC396 · CSP-970
Shortbread
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shortbread Technical Profile
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Shortbread in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shortbread in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreShortbread
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsGrain Mill
Grain Mill
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Warmed Biscuit
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
True Blonde
PPG
Nearly identical
Follow the Leader
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Almond Cookie
Behr
Nearly identical
Corn Chowder
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hay
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Pale Ale
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pale Moss
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grain .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Baked Scone
Valspar
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shortbread
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
Pure 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
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 Shortbread.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shortbread — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shortbread have?
Shortbread by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Shortbread in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shortbread from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shortbread are Grain Mill by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Warmed Biscuit by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), True Blonde by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shortbread's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.