Cameo White → Farrow & Ball
The closest Farrow & Ball matches for Behr Cameo White (PPU7-11), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Farrow & Ball Equivalent for Cameo White
If you love Behr Cameo White but need a Farrow & Ball alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Farrow & Ball, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Cameo White (PPU7-11) is a light off-white with warm cream-beige undertones. A warm off-white with beige-cream undertones. Slightly warmer and more beige than Swiss Coffee. Cozy without being heavy. To find a good Farrow & Ball match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 79) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Cameo White and every Farrow & Ball color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Farrow & Ball option is Shadow White (No.282) with a Delta E of 3.7, which is a "good match" level match. Shadow White is the closest F&B option. Similar character. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Farrow & Ball Matches for Cameo White
Shadow White is the closest F&B option. Similar character.
| Cameo White | Shadow White | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 79 | 78 |
| Hex | #E9E1D4 | #E8E3D9 |
| Undertone | Warm Cream-Beige | Warm Cream |
| Family | Off-White | White |
Undertone Comparison
Cameo White has warm cream-beige undertones. A warm off-white with beige-cream undertones. Slightly warmer and more beige than Swiss Coffee. Cozy without being heavy.
Shadow White has warm cream undertones. A warm, creamy white with gentle depth. Less stark than Wimborne White.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Cameo White in Your Room
The cream-beige warmth shows in all lighting. In bright rooms, it reads as a warm off-white. In dim rooms, it feels cozy and enveloping.
Shadow White in Your Room
Warm and subtle. Reads as a rich warm white.
LRV and Brightness
Cameo White has an LRV of 79, while Shadow White has an LRV of 78. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Cameo White
Behr recommends Cameo White for: living room, bedroom, hallway, whole house, dining room. With an LRV of 79, this is a light color that reflects a lot of light and works well in any room, including smaller spaces where you want to maintain a bright, open feel. It is light enough for whole-house use without making rooms feel washed out or sterile.
Shadow White is recommended for: whole house, living room, bedroom, kitchen. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Cameo White in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Farrow & Ball match for Cameo White (PPU7-11) is Shadow White (No.282) with a Delta E of 3.7, which rates as a "good match" match. Shadow White is the closest F&B option. Similar character. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Cameo White is a Behr color with warm cream-beige undertones and an LRV of 79. Shadow White is a Farrow & Ball color with warm cream undertones and an LRV of 78. With a Delta E of 3.7, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 3.7, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Farrow & Ball equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Farrow & Ball. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Farrow & Ball work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.