Onion Powder 1084-2 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ECE2D4, LRV 77 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fresh Linen from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ECE2D4 · 1084-2
Onion Powder
77%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Onion Powder in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Onion Powder in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOnion Powder
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sFresh Linen
Fresh Linen
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cascade Beige
Behr
Nearly identical
First Crush
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Steamed Milk
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dimity
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Champagne White
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bare Necessity
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Balance
Valspar
Nearly identical
Finest Silk
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dust Flats
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Onion Powder
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Onion Powder
#ECE2D4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADB181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Onion Powder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Onion Powder 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 Onion Powder.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Onion Powder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Onion Powder have?
Onion Powder 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 Onion Powder in your own space before committing.
What colors match Onion Powder from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Onion Powder are Fresh Linen by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Cascade Beige by Behr (a near-identical match), Artist's Canvas by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Onion Powder'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 Onion Powder?
Onion Powder has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 77.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Onion Powder's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.