Ref. #EFEBD1 · 9667
Carambola
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Carambola Technical Profile
What color is Carambola? It's a very light warm neutral with the hex code #EFEBD1. Colors similar to Carambola include Valspar Feathered Fern, Behr Country Beige, Benjamin Moore White Marigold. Carambola has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Carambola reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a warm neutral, Carambola pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Carambola
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Feathered Fern
Valspar
Nearly identical
Country Beige
Behr
Nearly identical
White Marigold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Kindred Spirit
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bright Laughter
PPG
Nearly identical
Oyster White
RAL
Nearly identical
Gold Dust Prl over Eagle Feather
MPC
Nearly identical
Spotlight
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carambola
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carambola
#EFEBD1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1B77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carambola
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carambola 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Carambola.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carambola — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carambola have?
Carambola by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Carambola from other brands?
The closest matches are Feathered Fern by Valspar (#EEEACF), Country Beige by Behr (#ECE8CF), White Marigold by Benjamin Moore (#EEE9D0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Carambola?
Carambola has an LRV of 82.4, 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 Carambola's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.