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Quail Egg
78%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Quail Egg Technical Profile
What color is Quail Egg? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E9E4D8. Colors similar to Quail Egg include Dunn-Edwards Crystal Haze, Kilz Cashmere White, Vista Paint Eskimo Boot. Quail Egg has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 78, Quail Egg 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 Quail Egg
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Crystal Haze
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cashmere White
Kilz
Nearly identical
Eskimo Boot
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Elusive White
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Etiquette
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Oatmeal
PPG
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Cake (w-f-220)
Behr
Nearly identical
Pearly White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Quail Egg
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Quail Egg
#E9E4D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Quail Egg
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Quail Egg 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 Quail Egg.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Quail Egg — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Quail Egg have?
Quail Egg by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Quail Egg from other brands?
The closest matches are Crystal Haze by Dunn-Edwards (#E7E2D6), Cashmere White by Kilz (#EAE5D8), Eskimo Boot by Vista Paint (#E8E3D8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Quail Egg?
Quail Egg has an LRV of 77.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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