What is the HEX code and RGB for Behr Swiss Coffee?

The exact hexadecimal code for Behr Swiss Coffee (12) is #F2EEE4. Its sRGB values are R: 242, G: 238, B: 228.

What is the LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of Swiss Coffee?

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Behr Swiss Coffee is 84. This makes it a light, luminous color that bounces significant natural light.

What is the best cheap dupe for Behr Swiss Coffee?

The best budget match for Behr Swiss Coffee is Sherwin-Williams Greek Villa (SW 7551) with a 98.9% visual similarity (CIEDE2000 ΔE: 0.42), saving $0 per gallon.

What undertones does Swiss Coffee have?

Behr Swiss Coffee features Warm Cream, Ivory, Soft Greige undertones. It performs best when paired with clean white trim such as Pure White.

BehrCode: 12Whites & Off-Whites

Swiss Coffee

A comforting off-white with delicate creamy undertones. Behr's budget formulation of the iconic designer Swiss Coffee shade.

Dominant Undertones:

Warm CreamIvorySoft Greige

Est. Price: $48/gal

LRV (Reflectance)

84/ 100

Max Dupe Savings

$4/gal

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HEX: #F2EEE4 • LRV: 84

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See Swiss Coffee on living room walls under different lighting temperatures.

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🔬 Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant

Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.

Hexadecimal

#F2EEE4

Web & Digital

sRGB Values

242, 238, 228

Red, Green, Blue

LRV

84%

Reflects Light

HSL

43°, 35%, 92%

Hue, Sat, Light

CMYK

0,2,6,5

Print coordinates

Brand Tier

budget

$48/gal MSRP

Top Budget Dupes for Swiss Coffee

CIEDE2000 Ranked

Calculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.

💸 Potential Whole-House Savings:$40 (10 gal)

#1Sherwin-Williams Alternative

98.9% Match

Swiss Coffee

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Greek Villa

Sherwin-Williams (SW 7551)

$82/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):0.42

LRV Comparison:84 vs 84

"Flawless Match (Undetectable difference on wall)"

Color Specs →Buy at Sherwin-Williams Store

#2Benjamin Moore Alternative

98.6% Match

Swiss Coffee

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Cloud White

Benjamin Moore (CC-40)

$94/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):0.59

LRV Comparison:84 vs 85

"Flawless Match (Undetectable difference on wall)"

Color Specs →Buy at Ace Hardware / BM Store

#3Valspar Alternative

98.4% Match

Swiss Coffee

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Cozy White

Valspar (7002-5)

$44/gal

💰 Saves $4 per gallon

8% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):0.72

LRV Comparison:84 vs 82

"Flawless Match (Undetectable difference on wall)"

Color Specs →Buy at Lowe's

#4Benjamin Moore Alternative

97.5% Match

Swiss Coffee

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Swiss Coffee

Benjamin Moore (OC-45)

$94/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):0.97

LRV Comparison:84 vs 81.9

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Ace Hardware / BM Store

Swiss Coffee Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands

Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.

Brand	Matching Color	Code	Similarity	ΔE	Price / Gal	Action
Sherwin-Williams	Greek Villa	SW 7551	98.9%	0.42	$82	View Specs
Benjamin Moore	Cloud White	CC-40	98.6%	0.59	$94	View Specs
Farrow & Ball	Wimborne White	No. 239	94.9%	1.52	$145	View Specs
Magnolia Home	Silos White	JG-02	91.6%	2.25	$52	View Specs
Valspar	Cozy White	7002-5	98.4%	0.72	$44	View Specs

Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Swiss Coffee

Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.

Recommended Trim White

Pure White (SW 7005)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 84

Recommended Accent

Iron Ore (SW 7069)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 6

Paint Counter Pro Tip

Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Behr Swiss Coffee. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Swiss Coffee in Behr Marquee base".

Frequently Asked Questions About Swiss Coffee

What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Behr Swiss Coffee?

The official hexadecimal color code is #F2EEE4. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 242, Green: 238, Blue: 228.

What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Swiss Coffee?

Swiss Coffee has an LRV of 84. Because its LRV is above 60, it reflects considerable natural daylight and works wonders in dimly lit, north-facing rooms.

What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Swiss Coffee?

The closest budget alternative is Sherwin-Williams Greek Villa (SW 7551), scoring a 98.9% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $0 per gallon.