Papier Blanc HDC-NT-08 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EFEBDF, LRV 83 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Whispered White from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EFEBDF · HDC-NT-08
Papier Blanc
83%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Papier Blanc Technical Profile
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Papier Blanc in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Papier Blanc in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPapier Blanc
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyWhispered White
Whispered White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Soft Sesame
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Macaroon Cream
PPG
Nearly identical
Abstract White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chef White
Valspar
Nearly identical
Swiss Coffee
Kilz
Nearly identical
Shell White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Vapor
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Onion Skin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Au Lait
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Bisque .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Papier Blanc
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Papier Blanc
#EFEBDF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Papier Blanc
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Papier Blanc 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 Papier Blanc.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Papier Blanc — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Papier Blanc have?
Papier Blanc 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 Papier Blanc in your own space before committing.
What colors match Papier Blanc from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Papier Blanc are Whispered White by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Soft Sesame by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Queen Anne’s Lace by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Papier Blanc'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 Papier Blanc?
Papier Blanc has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 83.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Papier Blanc's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.