Ref. #E0E1D1 · 1123-3
Wild Wheat
74%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wild Wheat Technical Profile
What color is Wild Wheat? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E0E1D1. Colors similar to Wild Wheat include Behr Arid Landscape, Hirshfield's Pale Green Tea, Sherwin-Williams Sagey. Wild Wheat has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, Wild Wheat 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 crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Wild Wheat reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Wild Wheat
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Arid Landscape
Behr
Nearly identical
Pale Green Tea
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sagey
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
White Scallion
Valspar
Nearly identical
Refined
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pale Green Tea
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Garden Pebble
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Opal Blue Prl over Eagle Feather
MPC
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wild Wheat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wild Wheat
#E0E1D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wild Wheat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wild 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 Wild Wheat.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wild Wheat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wild Wheat have?
Wild Wheat by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Wild Wheat from other brands?
The closest matches are Arid Landscape by Behr (#DFE0CF), Pale Green Tea by Hirshfield's (#E2E2D2), Sagey by Sherwin-Williams (#E2E2D1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wild Wheat?
Wild Wheat has an LRV of 74.3, 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 Wild Wheat's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.