Tailors Chalk N170-1 is a off-white paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F0ECEA, estimated LRV 81 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Marshmallow White from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #F0ECEA · N170-1
Tailors Chalk
81%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tailors Chalk Technical Profile
HEX Code#F0ECEA
RGB240, 236, 234
Estimated LRV81.0
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 Familyoff-white
BrandBehr
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#EEEBEA
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#EDEAE9
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Wevet
Farrow & Ball
#EEE9E7
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Baby's Breath
Dunn-Edwards
#F2EDEC
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Bridal Bouquet
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#F0ECE8
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Blushing White
Kilz
#EDE7E5
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Sugarcane Pink
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#F3ECE8
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Little Pinky
Hirshfield's
#F4EDEC
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Natural White
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#ECEBE8
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#F4F4F4
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Colors That Work With Tailors Chalk
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tailors Chalk
#F0ECEA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA785
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tailors Chalk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tailors Chalk 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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Tailors Chalk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tailors Chalk have?
Tailors Chalk by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-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 Tailors Chalk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tailors Chalk are Marshmallow White by PPG (a close digital match), Minimalist White by PPG (a close digital match), Lauren's Lace by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tailors Chalk'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 Tailors Chalk?
Tailors Chalk has a estimated lightness value of 81.0, 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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