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Paper Lantern

We've categorized Paper Lantern as a bright and airy Yellow 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 3 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#F2E0C4

LRV

75.93

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Light Reflectance Value
75.93
Light
TemperatureWarm
SaturationMidtone

Paper Lantern's Color Strip

Paper Lantern is the first shade on this 7-color strip, the lightest in this coordinated family. As part of strip 294, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.

Paper Lantern in Real Rooms

Paper Lantern has a high LRV of 75.93 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Yellow family, the photos below show it applied in a living room.

3 Living Room Photos

Paper Lantern provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.

SW 7676 living room interior

Living room walls in Paper Lantern glow warmly in afternoon light.

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SW Paper Lantern living room interior

Soft walls in Paper Lantern complement neutral furnishings beautifully.

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SW Paper Lantern living room color

Room in Paper Lantern provides a gentle, welcoming ambiance.

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Color Codes

HEX#F2E0C4
RGB242, 224, 196
HSL37° 64% 86%
CMYK0 7 19 5
CIE LabL: 89.9 a: 1.7 b: 15.9
XYZX: 73.24 Y: 76.18 Z: 63.06
Strip294 pos. C1