Ref. #E9D1B0 · 8003-21B
Gentle Fawn
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gentle Fawn Technical Profile
What color is Gentle Fawn? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #E9D1B0. Colors similar to Gentle Fawn include Benjamin Moore Mohave Desert, Benjamin Moore Kitsilano Beach, Benjamin Moore Chamois. Gentle Fawn has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, Gentle Fawn 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 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 Gentle Fawn 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 Gentle Fawn
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Mohave Desert
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Travertine
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Frozen Custard
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Eggnog Latte
Kilz
Nearly identical
Chaparral
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
White Bean Hummus
Behr
Nearly identical
Frozen Custard
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sugared Pears
PPG
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gentle Fawn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gentle Fawn
#E9D1B0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6BC76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gentle Fawn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gentle Fawn 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Gentle Fawn.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gentle Fawn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gentle Fawn have?
Gentle Fawn by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Gentle Fawn from other brands?
The closest matches are Mohave Desert by Benjamin Moore (#E9D1AF), Kitsilano Beach by Benjamin Moore (#EBD3B2), Chamois by Benjamin Moore (#EBD3B2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gentle Fawn?
Gentle Fawn has an LRV of 66.1, 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 Gentle Fawn's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.