Heavy Cream → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Behr Heavy Cream (PPU7-10), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Heavy Cream
If you love Behr Heavy Cream but need a Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Heavy Cream (PPU7-10) is a light cream with warm rich cream undertones. A rich, warm cream. More depth than Swiss Coffee. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 72) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Heavy Cream and every Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore option is Muslin (OC-12) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Muslin is similar. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Heavy Cream
Muslin is similar.
| Heavy Cream | Muslin | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 72 | 70.68 |
| Hex | #E2DAC8 | #E0D8C6 |
| Undertone | Warm Rich Cream | Warm Yellow-Beige |
| Family | Cream | Beige |
Undertone Comparison
Heavy Cream has warm rich cream undertones. A rich, warm cream. More depth than Swiss Coffee.
Muslin has warm yellow-beige undertones. A warm, sandy beige with yellow undertones. More color than a white, less heavy than Manchester Tan. A classic warm neutral.
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
Heavy Cream in Your Room
The cream warmth is rich and cozy. Golden in south-facing rooms.
Muslin in Your Room
The yellow-beige warmth is consistent and pleasant. In south-facing rooms, it glows. A traditional, comforting neutral.
LRV and Brightness
Heavy Cream has an LRV of 72, while Muslin has an LRV of 70.68. 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 Heavy Cream
Behr recommends Heavy Cream for: living room, bedroom, dining room, hallway. With an LRV of 72, this is a light color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Muslin is recommended for: living room, bedroom, dining room, hallway, whole house. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Muslin in the same rooms you planned for Heavy Cream.
Heavy Cream in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Heavy Cream (PPU7-10) is Muslin (OC-12) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Muslin is similar. 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. Heavy Cream is a Behr color with warm rich cream undertones and an LRV of 72. Muslin is a Benjamin Moore color with warm yellow-beige undertones and an LRV of 70.68. With a Delta E of 4, 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 4, 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 Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore 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.