Ref. #F4F0DE · 1205-1
Combed Cotton
87%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Combed Cotton Technical Profile
What color is Combed Cotton? It's a very light warm yellow with the hex code #F4F0DE. Colors similar to Combed Cotton include Benjamin Moore Timid White, Behr Seaside Sand, Kilz Milk And Honey. Combed Cotton has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 87, Combed Cotton 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 Combed Cotton 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 Combed Cotton
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Timid White
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Seaside Sand
Behr
Nearly identical
Milk And Honey
Kilz
Nearly identical
Little Flower
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Glisten Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Imagine .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Pumice Stone
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Whitewashed Oak
Valspar
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Combed Cotton
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Combed Cotton
#F4F0DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Combed Cotton
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Combed Cotton 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 Combed Cotton.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Combed Cotton — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Combed Cotton have?
Combed Cotton by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Combed Cotton from other brands?
The closest matches are Timid White by Benjamin Moore (#F3EFDE), Seaside Sand by Behr (#F4EFDD), Milk And Honey by Kilz (#F6F1DE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Combed Cotton?
Combed Cotton has an LRV of 86.8, 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 Combed Cotton's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.