Shadow White 282 is a beige paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #DED8C6, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stonewashed from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DED8C6 · 282
Shadow White
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shadow White Technical Profile
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Shadow White in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shadow White in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallShadow White
Nearly identical
BehrStonewashed
Stonewashed
Behr
Nearly identical
Limestone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Warm Winter
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tapestry Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gossamer Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cozy Cream
PPG
Nearly identical
White Elephant
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Soft Greige
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Oatmeal
Kilz
Nearly identical
Existence
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Air .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shadow White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shadow White
#DED8C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shadow White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shadow White 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 Farrow & Ball Colors
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to Shadow White.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shadow White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shadow White have?
Shadow White by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Shadow White in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shadow White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shadow White are Stonewashed by Behr (a near-identical match), Limestone by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Warm Winter by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shadow White'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 Shadow White?
Shadow White has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Shadow White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.