Writing Paper S310-1 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F4ECD4, LRV 80 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vanilla Custard from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F4ECD4 · S310-1
Writing Paper
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Writing Paper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Writing Paper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrWriting Paper
Nearly identical
PPGVanilla Custard
Vanilla Custard
PPG
Nearly identical
Woodmont Cream
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pale Ivory
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Apple Sauce
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
White Peony
Kilz
Nearly identical
Saffron Ivory
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wax Wing
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Warm Sunlight
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Air .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Fresh Zest
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
White Tie
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Writing Paper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Writing Paper
#F4ECD4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABBD75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Writing Paper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Writing Paper 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 Writing Paper.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Writing Paper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Writing Paper have?
Writing Paper by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Writing Paper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Writing Paper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Writing Paper are Vanilla Custard by PPG (a near-identical match), Woodmont Cream by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pale Ivory by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Writing Paper'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 Writing Paper?
Writing Paper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 80.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Writing Paper's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.