Pale Nectar DE5154 is a white paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FFF7ED, estimated LRV 94 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Marshmallow Whip from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #FFF7ED · DE5154
Pale Nectar
94%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pale Nectar Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFF7ED
RGB255, 247, 237
Estimated LRV93.9
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
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Pale Nectar
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Nectar
#FFF7ED
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CFD65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Nectar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Nectar 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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Pale Nectar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Nectar have?
Pale Nectar by Dunn-Edwards 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 Pale Nectar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Nectar are Marshmallow Whip by Behr (a close digital match), Belgian Cream by Behr (a close digital match), Bora Sand by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pale Nectar'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 Pale Nectar?
Pale Nectar has a estimated lightness value of 93.9, 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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