Ref. #FBF2E3 · 290A-1
Angel Food
87%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Angel Food Technical Profile
What color is Angel Food? It's a very light warm orange with the hex code #FBF2E3. Colors similar to Angel Food include Dunn-Edwards Desert Star, Benjamin Moore Ivory Tower, Hirshfield's Whiskers. Angel Food has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 87, Angel Food reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Angel Food
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Angel Food
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Angel Food
#FBF2E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBC76B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Angel Food
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Angel Food 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Angel Food.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Angel Food — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Angel Food have?
Angel Food by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Angel Food from other brands?
The closest matches are Desert Star by Dunn-Edwards (#F9F0E1), Ivory Tower by Benjamin Moore (#FCF3E5), Whiskers by Hirshfield's (#FCF3E5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Angel Food?
Angel Food has an LRV of 87.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Angel Food's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.