Papyrus TB-12 is a beige paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #DACCBB, estimated LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antique Alencon Lace from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #DACCBB · TB-12
Papyrus
62%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Papyrus Technical Profile
HEX Code#DACCBB
RGB218, 204, 187
Estimated LRV61.7
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familybeige
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Papyrus
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Papyrus
#DACCBB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Papyrus
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Papyrus Room Palettes
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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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Papyrus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Papyrus have?
Papyrus by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Papyrus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Papyrus are Antique Alencon Lace by PPG (a close digital match), Desert Fortress by Valspar (a close digital match), China Doll by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Papyrus'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 Papyrus?
Papyrus has a estimated lightness value of 61.7, 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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