Ref. #FFD483 · 310B-4
Cornmeal
73%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cornmeal Technical Profile
What color is Cornmeal? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFD483. Colors similar to Cornmeal include Valspar Brushed Almond, Vista Paint Summer Sherbert, Hirshfield's Bread 'n Butter. Cornmeal has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 73, Cornmeal 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 Cornmeal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Brushed Almond
Valspar
Nearly identical
Summer Sherbert
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bread 'n Butter
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Jazz Age Yellow
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pollen Powder
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Apricot Glow
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sunny Days
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bone Ivory
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cornmeal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cornmeal
#FFD483
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C3D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cornmeal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cornmeal 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 Cornmeal.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cornmeal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cornmeal have?
Cornmeal by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Cornmeal from other brands?
The closest matches are Brushed Almond by Valspar (#FED385), Summer Sherbert by Vista Paint (#FFD280), Bread 'n Butter by Hirshfield's (#FFD182). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cornmeal?
Cornmeal has an LRV of 73.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Cornmeal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.