Ref. #EEE6CF · CC-220
Wheat Sheaf
76%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wheat Sheaf Technical Profile
What color is Wheat Sheaf? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #EEE6CF. Colors similar to Wheat Sheaf include Vista Paint Lovely Lace, Hirshfield's Floating Island, Vista Paint Floating Island. Wheat Sheaf has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 76, Wheat Sheaf 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 Wheat Sheaf
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Lovely Lace
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Floating Island
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Barcelona White
Valspar
Nearly identical
Morocco Sand
PPG
Nearly identical
Cozy Cottage
Behr
Nearly identical
Air .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Restoration Ivory
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Navajo White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wheat Sheaf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wheat Sheaf
#EEE6CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wheat Sheaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wheat Sheaf 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 Wheat Sheaf.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wheat Sheaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wheat Sheaf have?
Wheat Sheaf by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Wheat Sheaf from other brands?
The closest matches are Lovely Lace by Vista Paint (#EFE7D0), Floating Island by Hirshfield's (#ECE5CF), Floating Island by Vista Paint (#EEE5CF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wheat Sheaf?
Wheat Sheaf has an LRV of 76.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wheat Sheaf's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.