Paraffin Wax LK260 is a orange paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #E4D9C3, estimated LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Exclusive Ivory from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #E4D9C3 · LK260
Paraffin Wax
70%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Paraffin Wax Technical Profile
HEX Code#E4D9C3
RGB228, 217, 195
Estimated LRV70.1
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
BrandKilz
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Compare alternatives to Paraffin Wax
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Exclusive Ivory
Dunn-Edwards
#E2D8C3
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Muslin
Benjamin Moore
#E2D7C2
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Almond Paste
PPG
#E5DBC5
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Antique White
Sherwin-Williams
#E8DCC6
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Antique White
Dutch Boy
#E8DCC6
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Lovely Bluff
Valspar
#E5D8C1
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Chartreuse Frost
Behr
#E3DAC5
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Illusive Dream
Vista Paint
#E0D5C0
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Off-White
Farrow & Ball
#E0D5BE
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Barberry Sand
Hirshfield's
#E1D4BC
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Stone .01
Colorhouse
#E1D6BB
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Colors That Work With Paraffin Wax
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Paraffin Wax
#E4D9C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8B082
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Paraffin Wax
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Paraffin Wax 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Paraffin Wax.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Paraffin Wax — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Paraffin Wax have?
Paraffin Wax by Kilz 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 Paraffin Wax from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paraffin Wax are Exclusive Ivory by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Mission White by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Muslin by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Paraffin Wax'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 Paraffin Wax?
Paraffin Wax has a estimated lightness value of 70.1, 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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