Holmes Cream 3004-10B is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #DDC9AE, LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cameo Role from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DDC9AE · 3004-10B
Holmes Cream
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Holmes Cream Technical Profile
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Holmes Cream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Holmes Cream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparHolmes Cream
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCameo Role
Cameo Role
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Alpaca
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tres Naturale
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Muslin Tint
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Almond Latte
Behr
Nearly identical
Classic Ivory
PPG
Nearly identical
Muslin Tint
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hazelwood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Oxford Stone
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Eggnog Latte
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Holmes Cream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Holmes Cream
#DDC9AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEB280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Holmes Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Holmes 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Holmes Cream.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Holmes Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Holmes Cream have?
Holmes Cream by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Holmes Cream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Holmes Cream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Holmes Cream are Cameo Role by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Alpaca by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Yosemite by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Holmes 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 Holmes Cream?
Holmes Cream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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