Romeo 1056-2 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E3D2CE, LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Morristown Cream from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E3D2CE · 1056-2
Romeo
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Romeo Technical Profile
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Romeo in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Romeo in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGRomeo
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMorristown Cream
Morristown Cream
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tender Shell
Valspar
Nearly identical
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Vienna Lace
Behr
Nearly identical
Whirlwind
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Natalia
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Peach Glamour
Kilz
Very similar
White Truffle
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Malted Milkshake
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Truffles
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Romeo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Romeo
#E3D2CE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA185
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Romeo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Romeo 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 Romeo.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Romeo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Romeo have?
Romeo by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Romeo in your own space before committing.
What colors match Romeo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Romeo are Morristown Cream by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tender Shell by Valspar (a near-identical match), Calamine by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Romeo'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 Romeo?
Romeo has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Romeo's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.