ColorplanBenjamin Moore Almond Bisque (CC-280) is a light beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 71. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Lemon Chiffon (SW 6686), Farrow & Ball Farrow's Cream (No.67) and Behr Navajo White (22). For trim, try Alabaster (OC-129).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 71.2 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E7DBBB |
| RGB | 231, 219, 187 |
| HSL | 44°, 48%, 82% |
About Almond Bisque
Almond Bisque (CC-280) is a light beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 71, Almond Bisque reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Almond Bisque's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. It's very close to Consentino Chardonnay (247); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Almond Bisque changes with the light
Almond Bisque has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Almond Bisque's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Almond Bisque will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Almond Bisque can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Almond Bisque will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Almond Bisque in real homes
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Almond Bisque equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Close · ΔE 3.4
Also close: Antique White (ΔE 3.5)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.1
Also close: House White (ΔE 2.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Almond Bisque questions
What undertone does Almond Bisque have?
Almond Bisque has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Almond Bisque's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Almond Bisque a light or dark color?
Almond Bisque has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 71.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 71, Almond Bisque reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Almond Bisque in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Lemon Chiffon SW 6686 (close, ΔE 3.4); Farrow & Ball: Farrow's Cream No.67 (very close, ΔE 2.1); Behr: Navajo White 22 (very close, ΔE 2.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Almond Bisque?
Try Alabaster (OC-129) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Almond Bisque's undertone.
Where does Almond Bisque work best?
Almond Bisque works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 71, Almond Bisque reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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