Ref. #F1EED4 · 330E-1
Informal Ivory
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Informal Ivory Technical Profile
What color is Informal Ivory? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #F1EED4. Colors similar to Informal Ivory include PPG Good Graces, Vista Paint Kindred Spirit, PPG Bright Laughter. Informal Ivory has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Informal Ivory reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Informal Ivory reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Informal Ivory
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Informal Ivory
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Informal Ivory
#F1EED4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FB87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Informal Ivory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Informal Ivory Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Informal Ivory.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Informal Ivory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Informal Ivory have?
Informal Ivory by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Informal Ivory from other brands?
The closest matches are Good Graces by PPG (#F3F0D6), Kindred Spirit by Vista Paint (#F3EFD4), Bright Laughter by PPG (#F0EDD1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Informal Ivory?
Informal Ivory has an LRV of 80.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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