Ref. #E6E1D8 · LJ230
French Canvas
76%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
French Canvas Technical Profile
What color is French Canvas? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E6E1D8. Colors similar to French Canvas include Sherwin-Williams Sunbleached, Sherwin-Williams Zurich White, PPG Paraffin. French Canvas has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 76, French Canvas 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 French Canvas
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sunbleached
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Paraffin
PPG
Nearly identical
Lamb's Wool
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Foggy Day
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dove White
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Grandma's China
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Cake (w-f-220)
Behr
Nearly identical
Wispy White
Valspar
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With French Canvas
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Canvas
#E6E1D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for French Canvas
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French Canvas 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 French Canvas.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
French Canvas — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Canvas have?
French Canvas by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match French Canvas from other brands?
The closest matches are Sunbleached by Sherwin-Williams (#E5E0D7), Zurich White by Sherwin-Williams (#E6E1D9), Paraffin by PPG (#E5E1D8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of French Canvas?
French Canvas has an LRV of 75.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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