Ref. #E5DCD6 · 6028
Cultured Pearl
73%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cultured Pearl Technical Profile
What color is Cultured Pearl? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E5DCD6. Colors similar to Cultured Pearl include Hirshfield's Venetian Wall, Behr Pale Cashmere, Behr Ballerina Beauty. Cultured Pearl has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 73, Cultured Pearl 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 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 Cultured Pearl
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Venetian Wall
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pale Cashmere
Behr
Nearly identical
Studio White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pampas Grass
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Clytemnestra
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stone Harbor
PPG
Nearly identical
Great White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Blank Canvas
Valspar
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cultured Pearl
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cultured Pearl
#E5DCD6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cultured Pearl
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cultured Pearl 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 Cultured Pearl.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cultured Pearl — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cultured Pearl have?
Cultured Pearl by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Cultured Pearl from other brands?
The closest matches are Venetian Wall by Hirshfield's (#E3DCD6), Pale Cashmere by Behr (#E8DED6), Ballerina Beauty by Behr (#E7DBD4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cultured Pearl?
Cultured Pearl has an LRV of 72.7, 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 Cultured Pearl's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.