Journal White S310-2 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E9D9B4, estimated LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Syrup from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #E9D9B4 · S310-2
Journal White
70%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Journal White Technical Profile
HEX Code#E9D9B4
RGB233, 217, 180
Estimated LRV70.2
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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Compare alternatives to Journal White
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Golden Syrup
Vista Paint
#EAD9B3
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Crème Fraîche
Dunn-Edwards
#EBDAB5
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Coronado Cream
Benjamin Moore
#EEDEB8
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Golden Syrup
Hirshfield's
#EBD8B3
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Convivial Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
#E9D6B0
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Tickle the Ivory
Dutch Boy
#E9D6B0
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Caramelized Pears
PPG
#E7D5AD
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Meadow Dew
Valspar
#E5D6B5
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Farrow's Cream
Farrow & Ball
#EFDBB3
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Lion'S Roar
Kilz
#F6E1BC
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Colorhouse
#E1D6BB
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Colors That Work With Journal White
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Journal White
#E9D9B4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADBA78
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Journal White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Journal White Room Palettes
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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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Journal White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Journal White have?
Journal White 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 Journal White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Journal White are Golden Syrup by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Crème Fraîche by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Coronado Cream by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Journal White'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 Journal White?
Journal White has a estimated lightness value of 70.2, 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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