Best Dupes for String
String is an earthy yellow based neutral. Mid-toned neutrals often run through whole hallways, so owners want paints that cover in two coats and handle cleaning. Good dupes keep the stone balance, hide roller marks, and allow seamless touch ups.
Dupes for String
| Brand ▲ | Colour ▲ | Rating ▲ | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dulux Trade | Bracken Salts 4 | 4 ⭐ | |
| Little Greene | Stone-Pale-Cool | 3 ⭐ | |
| Little Greene | Stock Dark | 3 ⭐ | |
| Benjamin Moore | Cable Knit | 3 ⭐ | |
| Benjamin Moore | Monroe Bisque | 2 ⭐ | |
| Benjamin Moore | Abingdon Putty | 2 ⭐ | |
| Benjamin Moore | Putnam Ivory | 2 ⭐ | |
| Benjamin Moore | Delaware Putty | 2 ⭐ | |
| Benjamin Moore | Moccasin | 2 ⭐ | |
| Dulux Trade | Pearl Barley | 2 ⭐ | |
| Benjamin Moore | Papaya | 2 ⭐ | |
| Benjamin Moore | Thousand Islands | 2 ⭐ | |
| Little Greene | Travertine - Mid | 2 ⭐ | |
| Benjamin Moore | Sea Urchin | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Soft Suede | 3 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Sand Fossil | 3 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Assateague Sand | 3 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Almond Cream / Cashew Butter | 3 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Lovely Linen | 3 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Loofah | 2 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Baked Bread / Ginger Loaf | 2 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Cookie Dough / Antique Wheat | 2 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Family Ties / Ivory Beauty | 1 ⭐ | |
| Behr | Limescent | 2 ⭐ | |
| Behr | Comfy Beige | 2 ⭐ | |
| Behr | Concord Bluff | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Dakota Trail | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Luscious Latte | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Light Bamboo | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Garden Rain | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Fennel Splash | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Dance with the Wind | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Chopped Almonds | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Quill | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Asian Silk | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Pure Almond | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Meadow Dew | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Classic Khaki | 2 ⭐ |
Understanding String
String is an earthy yellow based neutral. It sits comfortably alongside Wet Sand or Stone White, so your palette stays cohesive even when you change sheens or substrates.
Pair it with travertine, matte black hardware, and woven rugs so String flatters open-plan living rooms and connecting hallways. Link it to Wet Sand or Stone White next door for a polished palette.
How to test String dupes
Look at boards beside timber and textile samples so String keeps its quiet warmth bridging Wet Sand and Stone White.
Use a scrubbable matte or eggshell and make sure it wipes clean without creating shiny spots in open-plan living rooms.
Where String excels
The colour shines in open-plan living rooms and connecting hallways, providing personality without overpowering neighbouring rooms. Layer it with tactile fabrics and thoughtful lighting to underline its nuance.
Carry the story further by echoing it with trims or accents in Wet Sand or Stone White; the subtle repetition keeps the whole home feeling intentional.
String vs Similar Shades
| Compared Colour | Relationship | When to choose it instead | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wet Sand | Lighter | Use when open-plan living rooms benefit from added softness. | View colour |
| Stone White | Darker | Pick for connecting hallways to anchor larger architectural details. | View colour |
| Drop Cloth | Chalkier | Great for open-plan living rooms if you want a barely-there neutral. | View colour |
| London Stone | Rosier | Choose for connecting hallways when you crave a hint of blush. | View colour |