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Shadow White
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shadow White Technical Profile
What color is Shadow White? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #DED8C6. Colors similar to Shadow White include Behr Stonewashed, Dunn-Edwards Limestone, Sherwin-Williams Warm Winter. Shadow White has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 69, Shadow White sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Shadow White pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Shadow White
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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
Poseidon's Beard
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
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 belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Shadow White from other brands?
The closest matches are Stonewashed by Behr (#DCD6C6), Limestone by Dunn-Edwards (#DCD8C7), Warm Winter by Sherwin-Williams (#E1D9C6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Shadow White?
Shadow White has an LRV of 68.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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.