Vellum Parchment PPL-74 is a off-white paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EFE4D9, estimated LRV 79 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sweet Gardenia from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #EFE4D9 · PPL-74
Vellum Parchment
79%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Vellum Parchment Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFE4D9
RGB239, 228, 217
Estimated LRV78.8
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 Familyoff-white
BrandBehr
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#F3E9DE
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#F1E8DD
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#E9E0D5
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Colors That Work With Vellum Parchment
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vellum Parchment
#EFE4D9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2B280
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vellum Parchment
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vellum Parchment 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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Vellum Parchment — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vellum Parchment have?
Vellum Parchment by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white 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 Vellum Parchment from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vellum Parchment are Sweet Gardenia by PPG (a close digital match), Toasted Oatmeal by PPG (a close digital match), Pearl by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Vellum Parchment'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 Vellum Parchment?
Vellum Parchment has a estimated lightness value of 78.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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