Ref. #E3C28D · VS-9220
Crisp Biscuit
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Crisp Biscuit Technical Profile
What color is Crisp Biscuit? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E3C28D. Colors similar to Crisp Biscuit include Valspar Cloudy Sunset, PPG Lira, Valspar Veranda Yellow. Crisp Biscuit has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 57, Crisp Biscuit sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Crisp Biscuit
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crisp Biscuit
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crisp Biscuit
#E3C28D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5BE74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crisp Biscuit
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crisp Biscuit 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Crisp Biscuit.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crisp Biscuit — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crisp Biscuit have?
Crisp Biscuit by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Crisp Biscuit from other brands?
The closest matches are Cloudy Sunset by Valspar (#E4C38E), Lira by PPG (#E2C28D), Veranda Yellow by Valspar (#E4C18B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Crisp Biscuit?
Crisp Biscuit has an LRV of 56.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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