Ref. #E9CDB4 · LC210-01
Ripe Apricot
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ripe Apricot Technical Profile
What color is Ripe Apricot? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E9CDB4. Colors similar to Ripe Apricot include Behr Sandpoint, Hirshfield's Kingdom's Keys, Behr Shortbread Cookie. Ripe Apricot has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 64, Ripe Apricot 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 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 Ripe Apricot
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sandpoint
Behr
Nearly identical
Kingdom's Keys
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Creamery
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Kingdom's Keys
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Maple Granola
PPG
Nearly identical
Peachy Confection
Valspar
Nearly identical
English Scone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Raleigh Peach
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ripe Apricot
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ripe Apricot
#E9CDB4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BAB978
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ripe Apricot
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ripe Apricot 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 Ripe Apricot.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ripe Apricot — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ripe Apricot have?
Ripe Apricot by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Ripe Apricot from other brands?
The closest matches are Sandpoint by Behr (#ECCFB5), Kingdom's Keys by Hirshfield's (#E9CFB7), Shortbread Cookie by Behr (#EDD0B6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ripe Apricot?
Ripe Apricot has an LRV of 64.3, 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 Ripe Apricot's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.