Scribe MQ2-31 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E3D8BE, estimated LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stone .01 from Colorhouse (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #E3D8BE · MQ2-31
Scribe
69%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Scribe Technical Profile
HEX Code#E3D8BE
RGB227, 216, 190
Estimated LRV69.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Scribe
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Stone .01
Colorhouse
#E1D6BB
Close digital match
Drumskin
Valspar
#E6DBC1
Close digital match
Sand Dollar
Dunn-Edwards
#E2D6BD
Close digital match
Deserted Beach
PPG
#E7DBBF
Close digital match
Land of Trees
Hirshfield's
#E0D5B9
Close digital match
Trade Secret
Vista Paint
#E5D8BB
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Cream Fleece
Benjamin Moore
#DFD4BC
Close digital match
Off-White
Farrow & Ball
#E0D5BE
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Sheridan White
Dutch Boy
#E5D8C0
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Paraffin Wax
Kilz
#E4D9C3
Close digital match
Steamed Chai
Sherwin-Williams
#E0D4BD
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Colors That Work With Scribe
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Scribe
#E3D8BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7B181
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Scribe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Scribe Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Scribe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Scribe have?
Scribe by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Scribe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Scribe are Stone .01 by Colorhouse (a close digital match), Drumskin by Valspar (a close digital match), Sand Dollar by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Scribe's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Scribe?
Scribe has a estimated lightness value of 69.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Scribe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.