Paper White
We've categorized Paper White as a bright and airy White because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop so effectively. Explore our collection of 26 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#E0E2DC
LRV
74.41
Paper White in Real Rooms
Paper White has a high LRV of 74.41 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the White family, the photos below show it applied in a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen cabinets, living room, misc and kitchen.
3 Bedroom Photos
To use Paper White in a bedroom is to lean into the concept of "soft minimalism." It provides enough visual interest that you don't need a lot of wall decor; the color itself becomes the art. This allows for a clutter-free environment that is essential for mental clarity at the end of the day.
Bedroom walls in Paper White create a serene sleeping environment.
@repaige_
Modern bedroom features Paper White OC-55 for calming elegance.
@isgreenwich
Soft bedroom walls in Paper White establish a peaceful retreat.
@livinglife.themomway
6 Bathroom Photos
The interaction between Paper White and steam or humidity creates a beautiful, diffused atmosphere in a bathroom. It's a color that feels "alive," shifting slightly in character as the environment changes during a hot shower or a long soak.
Bathroom walls in Paper White offer clean, spa-like simplicity.
@rhodeislandhome
1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo
Paper White cabinets paired with a matching backsplash create a "monolith" look that is incredibly popular in contemporary design. It's a bold, seamless approach that makes the kitchen feel integrated into the home's overall architecture.
Kitchen cabinets painted Paper White provide classic, versatile storage.
@hudsonblaudesigns
12 Living Room Photos
Choosing Paper White for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.
Living room walls in Paper White allow furnishings to take center stage.
@paintez_saltlakecity
2 Misc Photos
Note how Paper White is used as a "ceiling color" in some of these rooms. This "fifth wall" application is a bold designer move that can make a room feel infinitely more cozy and architecturally unique.
Neutral wall treatment in Paper White provides versatile backdrop.
@carolinesrdh
Nursery walls in Paper White provide gentle backdrop for baby's room.
@benjaminmoore.langley
2 Kitchen Photos
Kitchens are often the noisiest rooms in the house; Paper White provides the visual equivalent of acoustic dampening. Its steady, calm presence helps lower the "volume" of the room, creating a more pleasant environment for cooking and conversation.
Kitchen walls in Paper White OC-55 brighten meal preparation areas.
@tracyfisherstudio
Kitchen cabinetry and walls in Paper White create unified design.
@paintez_saltlakecity
