Writers Parchment N280-2 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EBDBC4, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sand Dunes from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EBDBC4 · N280-2
Writers Parchment
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Writers Parchment Technical Profile
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Writers Parchment in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Writers Parchment in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrWriters Parchment
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSand Dunes
Sand Dunes
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Wild Oats
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ethereal
PPG
Nearly identical
Yellow Page
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Breadcrumb
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Yards Of Muslin
Kilz
Nearly identical
Eaglet Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Floating Feather
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Antique Buff
Valspar
Nearly identical
Matchstick
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Writers Parchment
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Writers Parchment
#EBDBC4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2B77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Writers Parchment
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Writers 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
Similar Behr Colors
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More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Writers Parchment — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Writers Parchment have?
Writers Parchment by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Writers Parchment in your own space before committing.
What colors match Writers Parchment from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Writers Parchment are Sand Dunes by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Wild Oats by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Mystic Beige by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Writers 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 Writers Parchment?
Writers Parchment has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Writers Parchment's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.