Oatmeal 1023-1 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E7E3D6, LRV 77 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Echo Valley from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E7E3D6 · 1023-1
Oatmeal
77%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Oatmeal Technical Profile
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Oatmeal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Oatmeal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOatmeal
Nearly identical
BehrEcho Valley
Echo Valley
Behr
Nearly identical
Elusive White
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Trade Winds
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Elusive White
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Gray Mist
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cashmere White
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mystique
Valspar
Nearly identical
Nacre
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Antiquated Lace
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Au Lait
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Bisque .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Oatmeal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oatmeal
#E7E3D6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oatmeal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oatmeal 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 Oatmeal.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Oatmeal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oatmeal have?
Oatmeal 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 Oatmeal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Oatmeal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Oatmeal are Echo Valley by Behr (a near-identical match), Elusive White by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), French Chateau by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Oatmeal'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 Oatmeal?
Oatmeal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 76.8, 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 Oatmeal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.