Ref. #EFE5DD · 7001-6
Origami
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Origami Technical Profile
What color is Origami? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #EFE5DD. Colors similar to Origami include Benjamin Moore Foggy Morning, Hirshfield's White Meadow, Benjamin Moore Early Sunset. Origami has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Origami reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Origami
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Foggy Morning
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
White Meadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sweet Gardenia
PPG
Nearly identical
Turkish Towel
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pale Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Eurolinen
Behr
Nearly identical
Spooled White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Windmill White
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Origami
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Origami
#EFE5DD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFAD83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Origami
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Origami 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 Origami.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Origami — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Origami have?
Origami by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Origami from other brands?
The closest matches are Foggy Morning by Benjamin Moore (#EDE4DD), White Meadow by Hirshfield's (#F2E7DE), Early Sunset by Benjamin Moore (#F1E5DD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Origami?
Origami has an LRV of 79.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Origami's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.