Ref. #EEE2DB · 2099-70
Wheatberry
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wheatberry Technical Profile
What color is Wheatberry? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #EEE2DB. Colors similar to Wheatberry include PPG Macadamia Nut, PPG Winter Wedding, PPG Touchable. Wheatberry has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Wheatberry 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 Wheatberry
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Macadamia Nut
PPG
Nearly identical
Seashore Bud
Valspar
Nearly identical
Turkish Towel
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Malted Milk
Behr
Nearly identical
Merlins Beard
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Intimate White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Studio White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Great White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wheatberry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wheatberry
#EEE2DB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFA983
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wheatberry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wheatberry 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 Wheatberry.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wheatberry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wheatberry have?
Wheatberry by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Wheatberry from other brands?
The closest matches are Macadamia Nut by PPG (#EEE3DD), Winter Wedding by PPG (#F1E4DC), Touchable by PPG (#ECDFD8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wheatberry?
Wheatberry has an LRV of 74.7, 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 Wheatberry's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.