Ref. #EDE8D7 · 3005-10C
Summer Linen
81%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Summer Linen Technical Profile
What color is Summer Linen? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #EDE8D7. Colors similar to Summer Linen include PPG White Rock, Sherwin-Williams Restful White, Farrow & Ball James White. Summer Linen has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 81, Summer Linen 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 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 Summer Linen 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 Summer Linen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
White Rock
PPG
Nearly identical
Restful White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
James White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Pale Quartz
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Delicate Ballerina
Kilz
Nearly identical
Antique White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pale Quartz
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Summer Jasmine
Behr
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Summer Linen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Summer Linen
#EDE8D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4B082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Summer Linen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Summer Linen 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 Summer Linen.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Summer Linen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Summer Linen have?
Summer Linen by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Summer Linen from other brands?
The closest matches are White Rock by PPG (#EEE9D9), Restful White by Sherwin-Williams (#EEE8D7), James White by Farrow & Ball (#EDE9D8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Summer Linen?
Summer Linen has an LRV of 80.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Summer Linen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.