Shadowbox Beige 10YY 56/060 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CEC4BB, estimated LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoked Umber from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #CEC4BB · 10YY 56/060
Shadowbox Beige
56%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Shadowbox Beige Technical Profile
HEX Code#CEC4BB
RGB206, 196, 187
Estimated LRV56.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Shadowbox Beige
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Smoked Umber
Behr
#D0C6BD
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Windmill
Valspar
#CDC2BA
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Silvered
Dutch Boy
#CEC6BE
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Impressionist Taupe
Kilz
#D0C6BF
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En Plein Air
Dunn-Edwards
#D0C5BE
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Realist Beige
Sherwin-Williams
#D3C8BD
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Sheepskin
Hirshfield's
#CFC7BD
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Big
Benjamin Moore
#D3C9BE
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Avorio
Vista Paint
#D4C8C0
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Elephant's Breath
Farrow & Ball
#CCBFB3
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Colors That Work With Shadowbox Beige
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shadowbox Beige
#CEC4BB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shadowbox Beige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shadowbox Beige 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
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Shadowbox Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shadowbox Beige have?
Shadowbox Beige by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Shadowbox Beige from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shadowbox Beige are Smoked Umber by Behr (a close digital match), Windmill by Valspar (a close digital match), Silvered by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Shadowbox Beige'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 Shadowbox Beige?
Shadowbox Beige has a estimated lightness value of 56.2, 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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