Ivory Paper MQ3-12 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E5DCC9, estimated LRV 72 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jewett White from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #E5DCC9 · MQ3-12
Ivory Paper
72%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ivory Paper Technical Profile
HEX Code#E5DCC9
RGB229, 220, 201
Estimated LRV72.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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#E6DDCA
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Jewett White
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#E4DBC7
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Bone White
Benjamin Moore
#E7DECA
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Instant Classic
Dunn-Edwards
#E3DAC6
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Daybreak
Valspar
#E5DDC9
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Lime White
Farrow & Ball
#E8DEC9
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Warm Winter
Sherwin-Williams
#E1D9C6
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Navajo White
PPG
#E5DDC8
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Aged Linen
Dutch Boy
#EADFCC
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Paraffin Wax
Kilz
#E4D9C3
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Air .03
Colorhouse
#E5DFC9
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Colors That Work With Ivory Paper
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ivory Paper
#E5DCC9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AE84
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ivory Paper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ivory Paper 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
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Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ivory Paper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ivory Paper have?
Ivory Paper by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Ivory Paper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ivory Paper are Jewett White by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Jewett White by Vista Paint (a close digital match), White Elephant by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ivory Paper's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Ivory Paper?
Ivory Paper has a estimated lightness value of 72.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Why Ivory Paper's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.