ColorplanNavajo White
22 · Behr
LRV 74 · light
0 black100 white
Behr Navajo White (22) is a light beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 74. Closest matches: Benjamin Moore Gentle Cream (OC-96), Sherwin-Williams Antique White (SW 6119) and Farrow & Ball Matchstick (No.2013). For trim, try Nano White (HDC-MD-06).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Behr whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 73.9 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #EBDEC4 |
| RGB | 235, 222, 196 |
| HSL | 40°, 49%, 85% |
About Navajo White
Navajo White (22) is a light beige from Behr with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 74, Navajo White reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Navajo White's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. Next to Delicate Lace (PPU5-11), it's darker and warmer.
How Navajo White changes with the light
Navajo White has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Navajo White's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Navajo White will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Navajo White can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Navajo White will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Navajo White in real homes
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Navajo White equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical · ΔE 0.7
Also close: Barely Beige (ΔE 0.7)
Compare side by side →Sherwin-Williams
Very close · ΔE 1.4
Also close: Navajo White (ΔE 1.5)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.1
Also close: House White (ΔE 2.1)
Compare side by side →Similar Behr colors
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Navajo White questions
What undertone does Navajo White have?
Navajo White has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Navajo White's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Navajo White a light or dark color?
Navajo White has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 73.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 74, Navajo White reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Navajo White in other paint brands?
Benjamin Moore: Gentle Cream OC-96 (nearly identical, ΔE 0.7); Sherwin-Williams: Antique White SW 6119 (very close, ΔE 1.4); Farrow & Ball: Matchstick No.2013 (very close, ΔE 2.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Navajo White?
Try Nano White (HDC-MD-06) on both trim and ceiling. It's a Behr white that shares Navajo White's undertone, so the room feels coordinated without looking stark.
Where does Navajo White work best?
Navajo White works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 74, Navajo White reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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