Ref. #ECC9B1 · 2004-6B
Special Peach
63%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Special Peach Technical Profile
What color is Special Peach? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #ECC9B1. Colors similar to Special Peach include Benjamin Moore Careless Whispers, PPG Peach Darling, Dunn-Edwards Cashew Nut. Special Peach has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 63, Special Peach 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 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 Special Peach
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Special Peach
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Special Peach
#ECC9B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BEB774
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Special Peach
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Special Peach 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 Special Peach.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Special Peach — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Special Peach have?
Special Peach by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Special Peach from other brands?
The closest matches are Careless Whispers by Benjamin Moore (#E9C7B1), Peach Darling by PPG (#EFCDB4), Cashew Nut by Dunn-Edwards (#EDCCB3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Special Peach?
Special Peach has an LRV of 62.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Special Peach's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.