Shell White 45YY 83/094 is a off-white paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F4EBDB, estimated LRV 84 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kiara from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #F4EBDB · 45YY 83/094
Shell White
84%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Shell White Technical Profile
HEX Code#F4EBDB
RGB244, 235, 219
Estimated LRV83.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyoff-white
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Shell White
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shell White
#F4EBDB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0BA78
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shell White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shell White 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
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Shell White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shell White have?
Shell White by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Shell White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shell White are Kiara by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Kiara by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Modern Ivory by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Shell White'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 Shell White?
Shell White has a estimated lightness value of 83.8, 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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