Water Chestnut 1078-2 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E8E1D5, LRV 76 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shoji White from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E8E1D5 · 1078-2
Water Chestnut
76%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Water Chestnut Technical Profile
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Water Chestnut in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Water Chestnut in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWater Chestnut
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsShoji White
Shoji White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Herare White
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Crisp Muslin
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bridal Wreath
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Totten's Inlet
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Cake (w-f-220)
Behr
Nearly identical
Worn Pages
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Etiquette
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Antique White
Kilz
Nearly identical
School House White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Water Chestnut
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Water Chestnut
#E8E1D5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Water Chestnut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Water Chestnut 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 Water Chestnut.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Water Chestnut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Water Chestnut have?
Water Chestnut 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 Water Chestnut in your own space before committing.
What colors match Water Chestnut from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Water Chestnut are Shoji White by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Herare White by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Crisp Muslin by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Water Chestnut'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 Water Chestnut?
Water Chestnut has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 75.8, 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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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 Water Chestnut's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.