Smooth Ivory 314-1DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #F1E1CD, estimated LRV 77 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sahara Dust from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #F1E1CD · 314-1DB
Smooth Ivory
77%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Smooth Ivory Technical Profile
HEX Code#F1E1CD
RGB241, 225, 205
Estimated LRV77.0
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 Familyorange
BrandDutch Boy
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Sahara Dust
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#EFDFCB
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Gentle Repose
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#F0E0CD
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So Much Fawn
Behr
#F1E0CB
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Sugar Beige
Kilz
#F0DFCB
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Berkshire Lace
PPG
#F0E1CF
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Champagne
Sherwin-Williams
#F2E3CE
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Senior Moment
Vista Paint
#F2E2D0
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Almond
Dunn-Edwards
#EDDCC8
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Pastel Day
Hirshfield's
#F7E6D2
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Dimity
Farrow & Ball
#EEE3D3
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Colors That Work With Smooth Ivory
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smooth Ivory
#F1E1CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8BB77
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smooth Ivory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smooth 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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Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smooth Ivory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smooth Ivory have?
Smooth Ivory by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Smooth Ivory from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smooth Ivory are Sahara Dust by Valspar (a close digital match), Gentle Repose by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Hazelnut Cream by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Smooth 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 Smooth Ivory?
Smooth Ivory has a estimated lightness value of 77.0, 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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