French Cream 2006-6C is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F2D7C1, estimated LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pavilion Peach from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #F2D7C1 · 2006-6C
French Cream
71%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
French Cream Technical Profile
HEX Code#F2D7C1
RGB242, 215, 193
Estimated LRV71.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandValspar
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#F9DDC7
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Colors That Work With French Cream
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Cream
#F2D7C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1BD71
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for French Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French Cream 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
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French Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Cream have?
French Cream by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match French Cream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to French Cream are Pavilion Peach by PPG (a close digital match), Sourpatch Peach by PPG (a close digital match), Iced Apricot by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting French Cream'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 French Cream?
French Cream has a estimated lightness value of 71.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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