Ref. #F2EFE1 · 1100-1
Mother Of Pearl
86%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mother Of Pearl Technical Profile
What color is Mother Of Pearl? It's a very light warm yellow with the hex code #F2EFE1. Colors similar to Mother Of Pearl include Valspar December Starlight, Valspar Honeymilk, Vista Paint It's A Cream. Mother Of Pearl has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 86, Mother Of Pearl reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Mother Of Pearl reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Mother Of Pearl
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
December Starlight
Valspar
Nearly identical
It's A Cream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Vapor
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Trite White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Polished Marble
Behr
Nearly identical
Bisque .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Moth Mist
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Barely Pear
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mother Of Pearl
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mother Of Pearl
#F2EFE1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2B181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mother Of Pearl
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mother Of Pearl 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Mother Of Pearl.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mother Of Pearl — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mother Of Pearl have?
Mother Of Pearl by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Mother Of Pearl from other brands?
The closest matches are December Starlight by Valspar (#F3F0E2), Honeymilk by Valspar (#F0EDDF), It's A Cream by Vista Paint (#F3EFE1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mother Of Pearl?
Mother Of Pearl has an LRV of 86.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mother Of Pearl's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.