Ref. #E6D690 · 1015
Light Ivory
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Light Ivory Technical Profile
What color is Light Ivory? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E6D690. Colors similar to Light Ivory include Hirshfield's Fire Dance, Sherwin-Williams Lively Yellow, Vista Paint Fire Dance. Light Ivory has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Light Ivory sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Light Ivory 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 Light Ivory
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Light Ivory
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Light Ivory
#E6D690
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7C072
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Light Ivory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Light Ivory 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
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Light Ivory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Light Ivory have?
Light Ivory by RAL has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Light Ivory from other brands?
The closest matches are Fire Dance by Hirshfield's (#E3D590), Lively Yellow by Sherwin-Williams (#E6D88E), Fire Dance by Vista Paint (#E1D48E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Light Ivory?
Light Ivory has an LRV of 66.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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