Ref. #EFE8DC · 1084-1
Sugar Soap
81%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sugar Soap Technical Profile
What color is Sugar Soap? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #EFE8DC. Colors similar to Sugar Soap include Sherwin-Williams Creamy, Sherwin-Williams Downy, Hirshfield's Hint Of Vanilla. Sugar Soap has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 81, Sugar Soap 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 Sugar Soap
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Creamy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hint Of Vanilla
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Hint of Vanilla
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Foggy Skies
Valspar
Nearly identical
Himalaya
Kilz
Nearly identical
Exclusive Ivory
Behr
Nearly identical
Collector's Item
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ball of String
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sugar Soap
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sugar Soap
#EFE8DC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sugar Soap
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sugar Soap 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 Sugar Soap.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sugar Soap — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sugar Soap have?
Sugar Soap by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Sugar Soap from other brands?
The closest matches are Creamy by Sherwin-Williams (#EFE8DB), Downy by Sherwin-Williams (#EFE8DD), Hint Of Vanilla by Hirshfield's (#EEE8DC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sugar Soap?
Sugar Soap has an LRV of 81.2, 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 Sugar Soap's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.