Wheatberry 2099-70 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #EEE2DB, LRV 75 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Macadamia Nut from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EEE2DB · 2099-70
Wheatberry
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wheatberry Technical Profile
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Wheatberry in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wheatberry in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreWheatberry
Nearly identical
PPGMacadamia Nut
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
Pink Floss
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Studio White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tailor Tack
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Peach Glamour
Kilz
Very similar
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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 sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Wheatberry in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wheatberry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wheatberry are Macadamia Nut by PPG (a near-identical match), Winter Wedding by PPG (a near-identical match), Touchable by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Wheatberry'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 Wheatberry?
Wheatberry has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 74.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wheatberry's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.