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Papyrus White
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Papyrus White Technical Profile
What color is Papyrus White? It's a light neutral gray with the hex code #D7D7D7. Colors similar to Papyrus White include Valspar Rocky Mountain Mist, Kilz Lilac Cream, Behr White City. Papyrus White has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 68, Papyrus White sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Papyrus White is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Papyrus White
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Rocky Mountain Mist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lilac Cream
Kilz
Nearly identical
White City
Behr
Nearly identical
White Palace
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Graytint
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Porpoise
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Diamond Stud
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Spatial White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Papyrus White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Papyrus White
#D7D7D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Papyrus White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Papyrus 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
Similar RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Papyrus White.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Papyrus White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Papyrus White have?
Papyrus White by RAL has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Papyrus White from other brands?
The closest matches are Rocky Mountain Mist by Valspar (#D9D9D9), Lilac Cream by Kilz (#D8D8D7), White City by Behr (#DADADA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Papyrus White?
Papyrus White has an LRV of 68.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.