Ionic Ivory 6406 is a yellow paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #E7DFC5, estimated LRV 74 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pancake Batter from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #E7DFC5 · 6406
Ionic Ivory
74%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ionic Ivory Technical Profile
HEX Code#E7DFC5
RGB231, 223, 197
Estimated LRV73.8
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 Familyyellow
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#E7DFC5
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#E8E0C6
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#EBE3C8
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Cheese Please
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#EAE2CB
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#EDE5CB
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Natural Radiance
Dunn-Edwards
#E7DCC1
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Air .03
Colorhouse
#E5DFC9
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Drumskin
Valspar
#E6DBC1
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Colors That Work With Ionic Ivory
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ionic Ivory
#E7DFC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5B280
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ionic Ivory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ionic 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
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Ionic Ivory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ionic Ivory have?
Ionic Ivory by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Ionic Ivory from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ionic Ivory are Pancake Batter by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Sandy White by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Lite Moscato by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ionic Ivory'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 Ionic Ivory?
Ionic Ivory has a estimated lightness value of 73.8, 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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