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Petticoat
79%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Petticoat Technical Profile
What color is Petticoat? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #EFE5CE. Colors similar to Petticoat include Vista Paint Milk Paint, Vista Paint Organic Cotton, Vista Paint Floating Island. Petticoat has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 79, Petticoat 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 Petticoat
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Milk Paint
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Frolic
Valspar
Nearly identical
Morocco Sand
PPG
Nearly identical
New Harvest Moon
Behr
Nearly identical
Sandy Shores
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Navajo White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Classical White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
New White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Petticoat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Petticoat
#EFE5CE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACB87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Petticoat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Petticoat 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Petticoat.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Petticoat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Petticoat have?
Petticoat by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Petticoat from other brands?
The closest matches are Milk Paint by Vista Paint (#EEE4CC), Organic Cotton by Vista Paint (#EEE4CC), Floating Island by Vista Paint (#EEE5CF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Petticoat?
Petticoat has an LRV of 78.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Petticoat's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.