Whispering Wheat 30YY 58/178 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DAC8A9, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Richmond Bisque from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DAC8A9 · 30YY 58/178
Whispering Wheat
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Whispering Wheat Technical Profile
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Whispering Wheat in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Whispering Wheat in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWhispering Wheat
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreRichmond Bisque
Richmond Bisque
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
New Khaki
Behr
Nearly identical
Believable Buff
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hazelwood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Gardenia
Valspar
Nearly identical
Peaceable Kingdom
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Marshmallow Mist
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pale Beach
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
String
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Grain .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Eggnog Latte
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Whispering Wheat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whispering Wheat
#DAC8A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABB181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whispering Wheat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whispering Wheat 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 Whispering Wheat.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Whispering Wheat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whispering Wheat have?
Whispering Wheat 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 Whispering Wheat in your own space before committing.
What colors match Whispering Wheat from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whispering Wheat are Richmond Bisque by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Putnam Ivory by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Antique Parchment by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Whispering Wheat'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 Whispering Wheat?
Whispering Wheat has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 59.1, 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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