Canary Diamond T16-05 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FFCE52, LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Melted Butter from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFCE52 · T16-05
Canary Diamond
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Canary Diamond Technical Profile
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Canary Diamond in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Canary Diamond in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCanary Diamond
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMelted Butter
Melted Butter
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Decisive Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Golden Promise
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dandy Lion
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fuzzy Navel
PPG
Nearly identical
Extrovert
Kilz
Nearly identical
Evening Star
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Honeybee Yellow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Imperial Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Saffron Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Aspire .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Canary Diamond
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Canary Diamond
#FFCE52
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BCD65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Canary Diamond
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Canary Diamond 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 Canary Diamond.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Canary Diamond — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Canary Diamond have?
Canary Diamond by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Canary Diamond in your own space before committing.
What colors match Canary Diamond from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Canary Diamond are Melted Butter by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Decisive Yellow by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Golden Promise by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Canary Diamond'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 Canary Diamond?
Canary Diamond has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Canary Diamond's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.