Frappe AF-85 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E8DCC4, LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Parchment from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E8DCC4 · AF-85
Frappe
70%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Frappe Technical Profile
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Frappe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Frappe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreFrappe
Nearly identical
PPGParchment
Parchment
PPG
Nearly identical
Arizona Heat
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Castle Ridge
Behr
Nearly identical
Antique White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Antique White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Paraffin Wax
Kilz
Nearly identical
Drumskin
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cream Wave
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chic Magnet
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lime White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Stone .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Frappe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Frappe
#E8DCC4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABB47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Frappe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Frappe 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Frappe.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Frappe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Frappe have?
Frappe by Benjamin Moore 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 Frappe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Frappe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Frappe are Parchment by PPG (a near-identical match), Heavy Cream by PPG (a near-identical match), Arizona Heat by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Frappe'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 Frappe?
Frappe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Frappe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.