Norfolk Cream 261 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #EDE4C2, estimated LRV 73 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sparkler White from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #EDE4C2 · 261
Norfolk Cream
73%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Norfolk Cream Technical Profile
HEX Code#EDE4C2
RGB237, 228, 194
Estimated LRV73.1
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 Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Norfolk Cream
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Norfolk Cream
#EDE4C2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7BA78
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Norfolk Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Norfolk Cream 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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Norfolk Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Norfolk Cream have?
Norfolk Cream by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Norfolk Cream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Norfolk Cream are Sparkler White by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Lime Seed by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), YL-W6 by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Norfolk Cream'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 Norfolk Cream?
Norfolk Cream has a estimated lightness value of 73.1, 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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