Chef White 7002-15 is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #EFEBDE, LRV 83 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Macaroon Cream from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EFEBDE · 7002-15
Chef White
83%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chef White Technical Profile
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Chef White in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chef White in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparChef White
Nearly identical
PPGMacaroon Cream
Macaroon Cream
PPG
Nearly identical
Papier Blanc
Behr
Nearly identical
Whispered White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Soft Sesame
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Abstract White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Vapor
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Onion Skin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Swiss Coffee
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dover White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bisque .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Au Lait
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chef White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chef White
#EFEBDE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AE84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chef White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chef 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Chef White.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chef White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chef White have?
Chef White by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chef White in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chef White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chef White are Macaroon Cream by PPG (a near-identical match), Horseradish by PPG (a near-identical match), Candlelit Beige by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chef 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 Chef White?
Chef White has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 83.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chef White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.