Norfolk Cream 261 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #EDE4C2, 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.
Ref. #EDE4C2 · 261
Norfolk Cream
73%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Norfolk Cream Technical Profile
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Norfolk Cream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Norfolk Cream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreNorfolk Cream
Nearly identical
Dutch BoySparkler White
Sparkler White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
YL-W6
Behr
Nearly identical
Loire Valley Sunrise
PPG
Nearly identical
Daybreak
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Crispa
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Calla Lily
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Crispa
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pale Maize
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lemon Ice
Kilz
Very similar
Oyster White
RAL
Very similar
Air .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Norfolk Cream
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Norfolk Cream.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Norfolk Cream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Norfolk Cream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Norfolk Cream are Sparkler White by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Lime Seed by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), YL-W6 by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Norfolk Cream's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.