Ethereal 1088-2 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #EEDEC7, LRV 75 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mystic Beige from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EEDEC7 · 1088-2
Ethereal
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ethereal Technical Profile
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Ethereal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ethereal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGEthereal
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMystic Beige
Mystic Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Winter Lite
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Writers Parchment
Behr
Nearly identical
Wild Oats
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Yards Of Muslin
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gardenia
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Julesberg
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Papyrus Roll
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sahara Dust
Valspar
Nearly identical
Matchstick
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Create .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ethereal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ethereal
#EEDEC7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4BA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ethereal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ethereal 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 Ethereal.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ethereal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ethereal have?
Ethereal by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ethereal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ethereal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ethereal are Mystic Beige by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Winter Lite by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Crème Caramel by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ethereal's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Ethereal?
Ethereal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 74.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Ethereal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.