Starched Linen LK210 is a beige paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #DAD2C7, LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Taupe of the Morning from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DAD2C7 · LK210
Starched Linen
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Starched Linen Technical Profile
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Starched Linen in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Starched Linen in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzStarched Linen
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsTaupe of the Morning
Taupe of the Morning
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Windrush
Behr
Nearly identical
Mossy Shade
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gray Beige
PPG
Nearly identical
Mossy Shade
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Warmed Silver
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Skimming Stone
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Clay Angel
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bone China
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fine Grain
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Starched Linen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Starched Linen
#DAD2C7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Starched Linen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Starched Linen 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 Starched Linen.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Starched Linen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Starched Linen have?
Starched Linen by Kilz 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 Starched Linen in your own space before committing.
What colors match Starched Linen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Starched Linen are Taupe of the Morning by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Windrush by Behr (a near-identical match), Mossy Shade by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Starched Linen'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 Starched Linen?
Starched Linen has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.1, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Starched Linen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.