Pebble Shores reads as warm and grounded — strong in kitchens, family rooms, and any space where warmth is the dominant mood you're after. At LRV 72 it reflects plenty of light, which makes it well-suited for north-facing rooms and smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Skip it in rooms that already run warm or get strong afternoon sun, where it can tip into an overpowering glow.
Ref. #E3DBD4 · 408-1DB
Pebble Shores
72%LRV Value
Pebble Shores Technical Profile
What color is Dutch Boy Pebble Shores (408-1DB)? It's a light warm orange — hex #E3DBD4, LRV 72. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Pebble Shores is Sherwin-Williams Gauzy White — a near-identical match on the wall, with Sherwin-Williams Everyday White and Hirshfield's Venetian Wall also close. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Pebble Shores 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. At mid saturation, this color sits at a flexible mid-point — bold enough to anchor a room without dominating, and pairs cleanly with both crisp and creamy whites. 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. At mid saturation the lighting shift is moderate but real — sample under both warm-bulb evening light and cool-daylight morning light before committing.
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Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Venetian Wall
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Creme De La Creme
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Whitecliff Beige
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Featherstone
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Venetian Wall
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Strong White
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Colors That Work With Pebble Shores
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pebble Shores
#E3DBD4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Pebble Shores
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pebble Shores 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
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Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pebble Shores — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Pebble Shores from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pebble Shores are Gauzy White by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Everyday White by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Venetian Wall by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Pebble Shores's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Pebble Shores?
Pebble Shores has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 71.7, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Pebble Shores depends on the room. Here's how to choose.