Papier Blanc HDC-NT-08 is a white paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EFEBDF, estimated 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.
Behr · #EFEBDF · HDC-NT-08
Papier Blanc
83%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Papier Blanc Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFEBDF
RGB239, 235, 223
Estimated LRV83.1
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 Familywhite
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Papier Blanc
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Whispered White
Dutch Boy
#EFEBDF
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Soft Sesame
Vista Paint
#EEEADE
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Macaroon Cream
PPG
#EFEBDE
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Abstract White
Dunn-Edwards
#EDE9DD
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Chef White
Valspar
#EFEBDE
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Swiss Coffee
Kilz
#F2EDE1
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Shell White
Sherwin-Williams
#F0EBE0
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Vapor
Benjamin Moore
#F0EDE0
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Onion Skin
Hirshfield's
#EBE8DC
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Au Lait
Farrow & Ball
#EBE7DC
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Bisque .02
Colorhouse
#F0EEE2
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Colors That Work With Papier Blanc
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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
Digital 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
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Papier Blanc — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Papier Blanc have?
Papier Blanc by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the white 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 Papier Blanc from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Papier Blanc are Whispered White by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Soft Sesame by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Queen Anne’s Lace by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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