Papyrus Paper 50YY 65/071 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DAD3C7, LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Harrow Gate from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DAD3C7 · 50YY 65/071
Papyrus Paper
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Papyrus Paper Technical Profile
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Papyrus Paper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Papyrus Paper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPapyrus Paper
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sHarrow Gate
Harrow Gate
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Warm Putty
Valspar
Nearly identical
Taupe of the Morning
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Always Neutral
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pebbled Shore
Behr
Nearly identical
Starched Linen
Kilz
Nearly identical
Shady
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Warmed Silver
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sea Salt
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Skimming Stone
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Papyrus Paper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Papyrus Paper
#DAD3C7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Papyrus Paper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Papyrus Paper 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 Papyrus Paper.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Papyrus Paper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Papyrus Paper have?
Papyrus Paper by PPG 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 Papyrus Paper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Papyrus Paper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Papyrus Paper are Harrow Gate by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Warm Putty by Valspar (a near-identical match), Taupe of the Morning by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Papyrus Paper'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 Paper?
Papyrus Paper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.6, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Papyrus Paper's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.