Ref. #F9F5E9 · OR-W14
White Veil
88%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
White Veil Technical Profile
What color is White Veil? It's a very light warm yellow with the hex code #F9F5E9. Colors similar to White Veil include Dunn-Edwards Swiss Coffee, Farrow & Ball Wimborne White, Vista Paint Pressed Linen. White Veil has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 88, White Veil 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 White Veil 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 White Veil
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Swiss Coffee
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wimborne White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Pressed Linen
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Abel
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rapture's Light
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Capitol White
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cheviot
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tea Set White
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With White Veil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
White Veil
#F9F5E9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AABC76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for White Veil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
White Veil 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 White Veil.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
White Veil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does White Veil have?
White Veil by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match White Veil from other brands?
The closest matches are Swiss Coffee by Dunn-Edwards (#F8F5E9), Wimborne White by Farrow & Ball (#F7F3E8), Pressed Linen by Vista Paint (#F7F3E8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of White Veil?
White Veil has an LRV of 88.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why White Veil's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.