Ref. #F4EEE5 · RJ100
Cotton
86%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cotton Technical Profile
What color is Cotton? It's a very light warm orange with the hex code #F4EEE5. Colors similar to Cotton include Valspar Crisp Cotton, Behr Bleached Linen, Benjamin Moore Pink Damask. Cotton has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 86, Cotton 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 Cotton
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Crisp Cotton
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bleached Linen
Behr
Nearly identical
Pink Damask
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pale Ecru
PPG
Nearly identical
White Flour
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Neutral Ground
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Light Beige
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Child Of Heaven
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cotton
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cotton
#F4EEE5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADB280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cotton
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cotton 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Cotton.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cotton — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cotton have?
Cotton by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Cotton from other brands?
The closest matches are Crisp Cotton by Valspar (#F4EFE7), Bleached Linen by Behr (#F3ECE3), Pink Damask by Benjamin Moore (#F7F1E8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cotton?
Cotton has an LRV of 86.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Cotton's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.