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Ash
74%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ash Technical Profile
What color is Ash? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E4DED5. Colors similar to Ash include Sherwin-Williams Aesthetic White, Sherwin-Williams Sunbleached, Vista Paint Venetian Wall. Ash has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, Ash 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 Ash
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Aesthetic White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Venetian Wall
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Reserved White
Kilz
Nearly identical
Quiet Interlude
Valspar
Nearly identical
Castle Beige
Behr
Nearly identical
Crisp Muslin
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
August Moon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Grandma's China
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ash
#E4DED5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ash 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Ash.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ash have?
Ash by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Ash from other brands?
The closest matches are Aesthetic White by Sherwin-Williams (#E3DDD3), Sunbleached by Sherwin-Williams (#E5E0D7), Venetian Wall by Vista Paint (#E2DCD4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ash?
Ash has an LRV of 73.5, 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 Ash's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.