Simple Splendor 309-1DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #EFE1D2, LRV 77 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Alluring White from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EFE1D2 · 309-1DB
Simple Splendor
77%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Simple Splendor Technical Profile
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Simple Splendor in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Simple Splendor in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoySimple Splendor
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAlluring White
Alluring White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Calming Retreat
Behr
Nearly identical
Pristine
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Baked Custard
Kilz
Nearly identical
Whisper of White
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
China Doll
PPG
Nearly identical
Dry Dune
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
White Lightning
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Buttery Pink
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dimity
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Simple Splendor
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simple Splendor
#EFE1D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simple Splendor
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simple Splendor 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 Simple Splendor.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Simple Splendor — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simple Splendor have?
Simple Splendor by Dutch Boy 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 Simple Splendor in your own space before committing.
What colors match Simple Splendor from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simple Splendor are Alluring White by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Calming Retreat by Behr (a near-identical match), Pristine by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Simple Splendor'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 Simple Splendor?
Simple Splendor has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 76.9, 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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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 Simple Splendor's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.