Ref. #E3DEC6 · 1111-2
Bamboo
73%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bamboo Technical Profile
What color is Bamboo? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #E3DEC6. Colors similar to Bamboo include Benjamin Moore Pebble Rock, Valspar New Growth, Behr Antique White. Bamboo has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 73, Bamboo 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 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 Bamboo 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 Bamboo
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Pebble Rock
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
New Growth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Antique White
Behr
Nearly identical
Air .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Ionic Ivory
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Au Natural
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mission Hills
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gold Dust Prl over Eagle Feather
MPC
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bamboo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bamboo
#E3DEC6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AE84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bamboo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bamboo 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 Bamboo.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bamboo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bamboo have?
Bamboo by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Bamboo from other brands?
The closest matches are Pebble Rock by Benjamin Moore (#E4DFC8), New Growth by Valspar (#E2DEC5), Antique White by Behr (#E7E2CA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bamboo?
Bamboo has an LRV of 72.7, 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 Bamboo's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.