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Behr Writer's Parchment

N280-2 · #E9D6BD · LRV 69.1

Compare with other brands: Benjamin Moore Creamy Satin is a 99% match

Writer's Parchment (N280-2) is a light beige from Behr with a strong yellow undertone. Its LRV is about 69.1 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Creamy Satin (99% match).

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LRV

69.1 · Light

Undertone

Yellow · strong

Temperature

Warm

Code

N280-2

HEX

#E9D6BD

RGB

233, 214, 189

HSL

34°, 50%, 83%

Family

Beiges

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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. 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 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.

What is the closest match to Writer's Parchment in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Creamy Satin (1087), 99%; Valspar: Tanglewood Park (8004-16B), 98%; PPG: Almond Brittle (PPG1095-3), 98%; Glidden: Antique Parchment (PPG1087-3), 97%; Dunn-Edwards: Buttercream Frosting (DET662), 97%; Sherwin-Williams: Eaglet Beige (SW 7573), 97%; Farrow & Ball: Matchstick (No. 2013), 96%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Lotus Pod (HGSW7572), 95%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not 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.