Ref. #DDD7AE · LE260-01
Pampas
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pampas Technical Profile
What color is Pampas? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #DDD7AE. Colors similar to Pampas include Dunn-Edwards Dull Sage, Benjamin Moore Mellowed Ivory, Vista Paint Island Embrace. Pampas has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Pampas sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Pampas reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Pampas
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Dull Sage
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mellowed Ivory
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Island Embrace
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plum Passion
Valspar
Nearly identical
Misty Moor
PPG
Nearly identical
Island Embrace
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fresh Willow
Behr
Nearly identical
Wild Lime
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pampas
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pampas
#DDD7AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FB280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pampas
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pampas 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 Pampas.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pampas — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pampas have?
Pampas by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Pampas from other brands?
The closest matches are Dull Sage by Dunn-Edwards (#DBD4AB), Mellowed Ivory by Benjamin Moore (#DFD7B0), Island Embrace by Vista Paint (#E0DAB4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pampas?
Pampas has an LRV of 67.0, 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 Pampas's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.