Paper Mache AF-25 is a white paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F1F1E4, estimated LRV 85 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cumulus from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #F1F1E4 · AF-25
Paper Mache
85%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Paper Mache Technical Profile
HEX Code#F1F1E4
RGB241, 241, 228
Estimated LRV84.6
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
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#F3F3E6
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YL-W5
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#F3F2E5
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#EEEEE1
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Lemon Edge
Valspar
#F4F3E5
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Clear Yellow
PPG
#F1F1E6
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Spring Breeze
Kilz
#EEF0E3
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Sublime
Hirshfield's
#ECEDE0
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Bisque .02
Colorhouse
#F0EEE2
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Tulle White
Dutch Boy
#F8F8EC
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Barely Pear
Sherwin-Williams
#EDEBDB
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Wimborne White
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#F7F3E8
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Colors That Work With Paper Mache
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Paper Mache
#F1F1E4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Paper Mache
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Paper Mache 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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Paper Mache — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Paper Mache have?
Paper Mache by Benjamin Moore 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 Paper Mache from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paper Mache are Cumulus by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), YL-W5 by Behr (a close digital match), White Smoke by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Paper Mache'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 Paper Mache?
Paper Mache has a estimated lightness value of 84.6, 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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