Modern Ivory DE6197 is a off-white paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #F5ECDC, estimated LRV 85 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kiara from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #F5ECDC · DE6197
Modern Ivory
85%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Modern Ivory Technical Profile
HEX Code#F5ECDC
RGB245, 236, 220
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 Familyoff-white
BrandDunn-Edwards
Test it in your room
Place physical samples beside your flooring and trim. Check them in daylight and with your evening lights before buying paint.
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Compare alternatives to Modern Ivory
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Kiara
Hirshfield's
#F5ECDC
Close digital match
Kiara
Vista Paint
#F5ECDC
Close digital match
Shell White
PPG
#F4EBDB
Close digital match
October Sky
Benjamin Moore
#F6EDDD
Close digital match
Vanilla Delight
Behr
#F5ECDB
Close digital match
White Linen
Dutch Boy
#F2EADA
Close digital match
Mayo
Kilz
#F7EFDF
Close digital match
Paperwhite
Sherwin-Williams
#F7EFDE
Close digital match
Grow
Valspar
#F1E8D7
Close digital match
White Tie
Farrow & Ball
#F5ECD9
Close digital match
Cream
RAL
#FAF4E3
Similar digital color
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Generated palette previews
Colors That Work With Modern Ivory
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Modern Ivory
#F5ECDC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1BB77
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Modern Ivory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Modern Ivory 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Modern Ivory.
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.
Modern Ivory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Modern Ivory have?
Modern Ivory 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 Modern Ivory from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Modern Ivory are Kiara by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Kiara by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Shell White by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Modern Ivory'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 Modern Ivory?
Modern Ivory 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.
Explore More with Modern Ivory
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 Modern Ivory's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.