Paraffin Wax LK260 is a orange paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #E4D9C3, 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.
Ref. #E4D9C3 · LK260
Paraffin Wax
70%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Paraffin Wax in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Paraffin Wax in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzParaffin Wax
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsExclusive Ivory
Exclusive Ivory
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Muslin
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Almond Paste
PPG
Nearly identical
Antique White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Antique White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lovely Bluff
Valspar
Nearly identical
Chartreuse Frost
Behr
Nearly identical
Illusive Dream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Off-White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Barberry Sand
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Stone .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Paraffin Wax
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
Pure 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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Paraffin Wax in your own space before committing.
What colors match Paraffin Wax from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paraffin Wax are Exclusive Ivory by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Mission White by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Muslin by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Paraffin Wax's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.