Whisper DEW340 is a white paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FDFAF1, estimated LRV 96 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sleek White from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #FDFAF1 · DEW340
Whisper
96%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Whisper Technical Profile
HEX Code#FDFAF1
RGB253, 250, 241
Estimated LRV95.6
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
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Whisper
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whisper
#FDFAF1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0C76B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whisper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whisper 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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Whisper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whisper have?
Whisper 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 Whisper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whisper are Sleek White by Behr (a close digital match), Powdered Snow by Behr (a close digital match), Sugar Dust by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Whisper'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 Whisper?
Whisper has a estimated lightness value of 95.6, 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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