Gypsum 1006-1 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #EEEDE4, LRV 84 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Harmonious White from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EEEDE4 · 1006-1
Gypsum
84%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Gypsum in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gypsum in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGypsum
Nearly identical
BehrHarmonious White
Harmonious White
Behr
Nearly identical
Vanilla Milkshake
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sierra Blanca
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Almond Milk
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Paramount White
Valspar
Nearly identical
Architectural White
Kilz
Nearly identical
Luna Moon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Imagine .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Cold Foam
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pristine Pearl
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Au Lait
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gypsum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gypsum
#EEEDE4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9DAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gypsum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gypsum 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 Gypsum.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gypsum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gypsum have?
Gypsum by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gypsum in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gypsum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gypsum are Harmonious White by Behr (a near-identical match), Vanilla Milkshake by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sierra Blanca by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gypsum'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 Gypsum?
Gypsum has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 84.3, 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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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 Gypsum's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.