Pastel Paper 18-11 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F3EAE3, LRV 83 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Delicate Bliss from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F3EAE3 · 18-11
Pastel Paper
83%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pastel Paper Technical Profile
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Pastel Paper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pastel Paper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPastel Paper
Nearly identical
ValsparDelicate Bliss
Delicate Bliss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spooled White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Soft Muslin
Behr
Nearly identical
White Meadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pale Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Magic Mica
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Foggy Morning
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Family Heirloom
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tailor Tack
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Bora Sand
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pastel Paper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pastel Paper
#F3EAE3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1AE81
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pastel Paper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pastel 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 Pastel Paper.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pastel Paper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pastel Paper have?
Pastel Paper by PPG 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 Pastel Paper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pastel Paper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pastel Paper are Delicate Bliss by Valspar (a near-identical match), Spooled White by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Windmill by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pastel 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 Pastel Paper?
Pastel Paper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 83.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pastel Paper's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.