Paper White 1590 is a off-white paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E1E3DD, LRV 76 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Barely White from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E1E3DD · 1590
Paper White
76%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Paper White in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Paper White in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePaper White
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sBarely White
Barely White
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Barely White
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Winds Breath
Behr
Nearly identical
Angel Touch
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spare White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tundra Frost
PPG
Nearly identical
Alaska
Kilz
Nearly identical
Swiss Meringue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lady Nicole
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Imagine .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pale Powder
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Paper White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Paper White
#E1E3DD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8BAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Paper White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Paper White 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Paper White.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Paper White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Paper White have?
Paper White by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Paper White in your own space before committing.
What colors match Paper White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paper White are Barely White by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Barely White by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Winds Breath by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Paper White'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 White?
Paper White has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 76.2, 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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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 Paper White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.