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Behr Original White

N290-1 · #F0E5D3 · LRV 79.3

Compare with other brands: Valspar Nankeen is a 99% match

Original White (N290-1) is a warm off-white from Behr with a moderate yellow undertone. Its LRV is about 79.3 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest match in another brand is Valspar Nankeen (99% match).

Compare Original White with other brands

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LRV

79.3 · Light

Undertone

Yellow · moderate

Temperature

Warm

Code

N290-1

HEX

#F0E5D3

RGB

240, 229, 211

HSL

37°, 49%, 88%

Family

Off-whites

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Original White FAQ

What undertone does Original White have?

Original White is a warm off-white with a moderate 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 Original White?

Original White has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 79.3 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 Original White in other brands?

Valspar: Nankeen (8003-20A), 99%; Dunn-Edwards: Rice Bowl (DE6170), 99%; Benjamin Moore: Antique White (909), 98%; Glidden: Glazed Pears (PPG1095-2), 98%; Sherwin-Williams: Crisp Linen (SW 6378), 98%; PPG: Glazed Pears (PPG1095-2), 98%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Medici Ivory (HGSW7558), 97%; Farrow & Ball: Dimity (No. 2008), 96%. 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 Original White?

The HEX code of Original White (N290-1) is #F0E5D3, RGB 240, 229, 211. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.