Ball of String DE6190 is a off-white paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #F0E8D9, estimated LRV 81 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Angel Food from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #F0E8D9 · DE6190
Ball of String
81%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ball of String Technical Profile
HEX Code#F0E8D9
RGB240, 232, 217
Estimated LRV81.2
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
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#F0E8D9
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#F1E8D9
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#EFE8DA
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Shelled White
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#F0E9DA
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#F2EBDD
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Creamy
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#EFE8DB
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Hint of Vanilla
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#EEE7DA
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Dimity
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Colors That Work With Ball of String
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ball of String
#F0E8D9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABB47E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ball of String
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ball of String Room Palettes
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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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Ball of String — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ball of String have?
Ball of String by Dunn-Edwards 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 Ball of String from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ball of String are Angel Food by PPG (a close digital match), Chenille Spread by Behr (a close digital match), Parchment Paper by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ball of String'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 Ball of String?
Ball of String has a estimated lightness value of 81.2, 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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