Cedar Key → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Benjamin Moore Cedar Key (OC-16), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Cedar Key
If you love Benjamin Moore Cedar Key but need a Behr 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 Behr, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Cedar Key (OC-16) is a light greige with warm beige-cream undertones. A very light warm neutral between white and greige. Subtle warmth without being obviously beige. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 72.45) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Cedar Key and every Behr 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 Behr option is Cameo White (PPU7-11) with a Delta E of 3.6, which is a "good match" level match. Cameo White is similar. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Cedar Key
Cameo White is similar.
| Cedar Key | Cameo White | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 72.45 | 79 |
| Hex | #E1DBD0 | #E9E1D4 |
| Undertone | Warm Beige-Cream | Warm Cream-Beige |
| Family | Greige | Off-White |
Undertone Comparison
Cedar Key has warm beige-cream undertones. A very light warm neutral between white and greige. Subtle warmth without being obviously beige.
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.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Cedar Key's warm beige-cream quality may read differently than Cameo White's warm cream-beige character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Cedar Key in Your Room
Reads as a warm off-white with a touch of depth. Versatile and universally flattering.
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.
LRV and Brightness
Cedar Key has an LRV of 72.45, while Cameo White has an LRV of 79. That means Cameo White reflects more light. If you switch from Cedar Key to Cameo White, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Cedar Key
Benjamin Moore recommends Cedar Key for: whole house, hallway, bedroom, living room. With an LRV of 72.45, 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.
Cameo White is recommended for: living room, bedroom, hallway, whole house, dining room. 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.
Cedar Key in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Cedar Key (OC-16) is Cameo White (PPU7-11) with a Delta E of 3.6, which rates as a "good match" match. Cameo White 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. Cedar Key is a Benjamin Moore color with warm beige-cream undertones and an LRV of 72.45. Cameo White is a Behr color with warm cream-beige undertones and an LRV of 79. With a Delta E of 3.6, 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 3.6, 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 Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr 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.