Classical Ivory 013W is a off-white paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #E8E3D1, estimated LRV 77 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shea Butter from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #E8E3D1 · 013W
Classical Ivory
77%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Classical Ivory Technical Profile
HEX Code#E8E3D1
RGB232, 227, 209
Estimated LRV76.7
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
BrandDutch Boy
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#EAE5D3
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#E7E1CE
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Always Almond
PPG
#EBE5D2
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Quarried Limestone
Behr
#EBE6D5
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Feather Down
Benjamin Moore
#E7E1D0
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Au Natural
Hirshfield's
#E5E1CE
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Au Natural
Vista Paint
#E6E1CD
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Pueblo White
Dunn-Edwards
#E5DFCD
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Air .02
Colorhouse
#ECE6D1
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Restful White
Sherwin-Williams
#EEE8D7
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James White
Farrow & Ball
#EDE9D8
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Colors That Work With Classical Ivory
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classical Ivory
#E8E3D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classical Ivory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classical 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
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Classical Ivory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classical Ivory have?
Classical Ivory by Dutch Boy 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 Classical Ivory from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classical Ivory are Shea Butter by Kilz (a close digital match), Presidential White by Valspar (a close digital match), Always Almond by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Classical 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 Classical Ivory?
Classical Ivory has a estimated lightness value of 76.7, 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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