Behr Writer's Parchment
N280-2 · #E9D6BD · LRV ~69.1
Closest tone in another brand: Benjamin Moore Creamy Satin (~99% proximity)Writer's Parchment (N280-2) is a light beige from Behr with a strong yellow undertone, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 69.1 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest tone in another brand is Benjamin Moore Creamy Satin (~99% proximity).
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LRV (estimated)
69.1 · Light
Undertone (estimated)
Yellow · strong
Temperature
Warm
Code
N280-2
HEX
#E9D6BD
RGB
233, 214, 189
HSL
34°, 50%, 83%
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Writer's Parchment FAQ
What undertone does Writer's Parchment have?
Writer's Parchment is a light beige with a strong yellow undertone, in this site’s digital reading. Its color temperature is warm. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.
What is the LRV of Writer's Parchment?
Writer's Parchment has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 69.1 on a 0–100 scale, which is light. It reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Writer's Parchment in other brands?
Benjamin Moore: Creamy Satin (1087), ~99% proximity; Valspar: Tanglewood Park (8004-16B), ~98% proximity; PPG: Almond Brittle (PPG1095-3), ~98% proximity; Glidden: Antique Parchment (PPG1087-3), ~97% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Buttercream Frosting (DET662), ~97% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Eaglet Beige (SW 7573), ~97% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Matchstick (No. 2013), ~96% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Lotus Pod (HGSW7572), ~95% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Writer's Parchment?
The HEX code of Writer's Parchment (N280-2) is #E9D6BD, RGB 233, 214, 189. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.