Ref. #DDCFB9 · 8005-7B
Aged Parchment
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Aged Parchment Technical Profile
What color is Aged Parchment? It's a light warm neutral with the hex code #DDCFB9. Colors similar to Aged Parchment include Sherwin-Williams Cream and Sugar, Sherwin-Williams Stucco, Farrow & Ball Joa's White. Aged Parchment has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 64, Aged Parchment sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Aged Parchment pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Aged Parchment
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Cream and Sugar
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Joa's White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Bare Essence
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mineral Water
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bell Tower
Behr
Nearly identical
Seriously Sand
PPG
Nearly identical
Sandstone Palette
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pale Gold
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aged Parchment
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aged Parchment
#DDCFB9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AE84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aged Parchment
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aged 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Aged Parchment.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aged Parchment — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aged Parchment have?
Aged Parchment by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Aged Parchment from other brands?
The closest matches are Cream and Sugar by Sherwin-Williams (#DDCFB9), Stucco by Sherwin-Williams (#DCCFBA), Joa's White by Farrow & Ball (#DECFB9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Aged Parchment?
Aged Parchment has an LRV of 63.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Aged Parchment's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.