Ref. #ECDFD6 · 1068-2
Sablewood
76%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sablewood Technical Profile
What color is Sablewood? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #ECDFD6. Colors similar to Sablewood include Vista Paint Beige Bluff, Valspar Je M'Apelle Missy, Hirshfield's Merlins Beard. Sablewood has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 76, Sablewood reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Sablewood
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Beige Bluff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Je M'Apelle Missy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Merlins Beard
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Polite White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wheatberry
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Studio White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ballerina Beauty
Behr
Nearly identical
Conch Pink
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sablewood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sablewood
#ECDFD6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFAB83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sablewood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sablewood 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 Sablewood.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sablewood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sablewood have?
Sablewood by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Sablewood from other brands?
The closest matches are Beige Bluff by Vista Paint (#ECE0D7), Je M'Apelle Missy by Valspar (#ECDFD5), Merlins Beard by Hirshfield's (#EFE2D9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sablewood?
Sablewood has an LRV of 75.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Sablewood's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.