Wheat Sheaf 14-21 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DFD4C4, LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Parisian Taupe from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DFD4C4 · 14-21
Wheat Sheaf
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wheat Sheaf Technical Profile
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Wheat Sheaf in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wheat Sheaf in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWheat Sheaf
Nearly identical
BehrParisian Taupe
Parisian Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Natural Linen
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Coconut Milk
Valspar
Nearly identical
Plymouth Beige
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
October Mist
Kilz
Nearly identical
Powder Cake
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Frosted Toffee
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fine Grain
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stirabout
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Dust Flats
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wheat Sheaf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wheat Sheaf
#DFD4C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wheat Sheaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wheat Sheaf 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 Wheat Sheaf.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wheat Sheaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wheat Sheaf have?
Wheat Sheaf by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Wheat Sheaf in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wheat Sheaf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wheat Sheaf are Parisian Taupe by Behr (a near-identical match), Natural Linen by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Natural Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Wheat Sheaf'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 Wheat Sheaf?
Wheat Sheaf has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wheat Sheaf's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.