Ref. #F7EDCF · M300-1
Sumatra
81%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sumatra Technical Profile
What color is Sumatra? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #F7EDCF. Colors similar to Sumatra include MPC Bone White, Vista Paint Daylilly Yellow, Valspar Champagne Tickle. Sumatra has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 81, Sumatra reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Sumatra reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Sumatra
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Bone White
MPC
Nearly identical
Daylilly Yellow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Champagne Tickle
Valspar
Nearly identical
Andover Cream
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lemon Meringue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Swans Mill Cream
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Crisp Candlelight
PPG
Nearly identical
House White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sumatra
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sumatra
#F7EDCF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFC56D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sumatra
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sumatra 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 Sumatra.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sumatra — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sumatra have?
Sumatra by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Sumatra from other brands?
The closest matches are Bone White by MPC (#F9EFD1), Daylilly Yellow by Vista Paint (#F9EFD0), Champagne Tickle by Valspar (#FAF0D2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sumatra?
Sumatra has an LRV of 81.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sumatra's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.