Ref. #E5CAA2 · 15-07
York Ivory
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
York Ivory Technical Profile
What color is York Ivory? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E5CAA2. Colors similar to York Ivory include Sherwin-Williams Biltmore Buff, Benjamin Moore Fennel Seed, Benjamin Moore Byrd Beige. York Ivory has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, York Ivory sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 York Ivory
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Biltmore Buff
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fennel Seed
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Grain .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
October Bounty
Vista Paint
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Sweet Treats
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dried Plantain
Behr
Nearly identical
Weathered Coral
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Frozen Custard
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With York Ivory
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
York Ivory
#E5CAA2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for York Ivory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
York Ivory 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 York Ivory.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
York Ivory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does York Ivory have?
York Ivory by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match York Ivory from other brands?
The closest matches are Biltmore Buff by Sherwin-Williams (#E3C9A1), Fennel Seed by Benjamin Moore (#E4C89E), Byrd Beige by Benjamin Moore (#E5CBA0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of York Ivory?
York Ivory has an LRV of 61.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why York Ivory's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.