Varnished Ivory
Varnished Ivory begins as a beige color on paper, then shifts with every surface, shadow and neighboring material. Its warm classification can bring a gentle glow to the color, particularly beside natural wood and softer whites. Treat the digital swatch as an opening note, then watch a physical sample from morning light through evening lamps.
Hex
#e5dcccLRV
72.09
Varnished Ivory in Rooms
Follow Varnished Ivory from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 3 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo
These 1 kitchen cabinets image show how Varnished Ivory (MQ3-40) can sit beside countertops, hardware, splashbacks and flooring. Its red undertone may become clearest at the boundary between paint and a contrasting finish.
Kitchen cabinets in Varnished Ivory brighten countertops and maximize visual space.
@simply.white.vintage
1 Kitchen Photo
Varnished Ivory (MQ3-40) offers a starting mood rather than a finished formula: Its warm classification can feel inviting beside tactile, natural materials. Test it under daylight, task lighting and evening pendants.
Kitchen perimeter painted in Varnished Ivory pairs beautifully with natural wood finishes.
@butterfliesinthyme
1 Misc Photo
The beige hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes. In this setting, let the varied light of hallways, corners and transitional rooms and a changing mix of architectural details and personal finishes guide the final sample decision.
Furniture pieces finished in Varnished Ivory offer timeless versatility for any room.
@ooh_byrne
Similar Colors
At LRV 85 vs 72, New House White is decisively the brighter choice.
Silky White reads slightly lighter (LRV 83 vs 72), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 8-point LRV gap (72 vs 64) makes Varnished Ivory the marginally brighter of the two.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 72 vs 22, Varnished Ivory is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 72 vs 15, Varnished Ivory is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 72 vs 9, Varnished Ivory is decisively the brighter choice.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Infuse your home with warmth and sophistication using Varnished Ivory (Behr MQ3-40). This soothing and timeless shade effortlessly complements both traditional and modern decor styles. Whether you're looking to create a cozy living room retreat or a peaceful bedroom sanctuary, Varnished Ivory lends a touch of elegance and serenity to any space. Welcome guests into your entryway or brighten up your kitchen with this inviting hue that exudes understated beauty. 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