Ref. #F3E8D7 · S280-1
Buckwheat Flour
77%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Buckwheat Flour Technical Profile
What color is Buckwheat Flour? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F3E8D7. Colors similar to Buckwheat Flour include Valspar Bermuda Sand, Valspar Nankeen, Vista Paint Sandollar Beach. Buckwheat Flour has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 77, Buckwheat Flour 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 Buckwheat Flour
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Bermuda Sand
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sandollar Beach
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Elegant Ivory
PPG
Nearly identical
Total Recall
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Medici Ivory
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Antique White
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ivory Porcelain
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dimity
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Buckwheat Flour
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Buckwheat Flour
#F3E8D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3BA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Buckwheat Flour
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Buckwheat Flour 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 Buckwheat Flour.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Buckwheat Flour — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buckwheat Flour have?
Buckwheat Flour by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Buckwheat Flour from other brands?
The closest matches are Bermuda Sand by Valspar (#F3E8D6), Nankeen by Valspar (#F1E6D5), Sandollar Beach by Vista Paint (#F3E8D8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Buckwheat Flour?
Buckwheat Flour has an LRV of 77.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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