Journal White S310-2 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E9D9B4, 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.
Ref. #E9D9B4 · S310-2
Journal White
70%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Journal White in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Journal White in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrJournal White
Nearly identical
Vista PaintGolden Syrup
Golden Syrup
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Crème Fraîche
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Coronado Cream
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Golden Syrup
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Convivial Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tickle the Ivory
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Caramelized Pears
PPG
Nearly identical
Meadow Dew
Valspar
Nearly identical
Farrow's Cream
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Lion'S Roar
Kilz
Very similar
Stone .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Journal White
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
Pure 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
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 Journal White.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Journal White in your own space before committing.
What colors match Journal White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Journal White are Golden Syrup by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Crème Fraîche by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Coronado Cream by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Journal White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.