Ref. #F5E2BE · 320E-2
Cracked Wheat
78%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cracked Wheat Technical Profile
What color is Cracked Wheat? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F5E2BE. Colors similar to Cracked Wheat include Hirshfield's Kettle Corn, Benjamin Moore Somerset Peach, Benjamin Moore Montgomery White. Cracked Wheat has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 78, Cracked Wheat 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 Cracked Wheat
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cracked Wheat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cracked Wheat
#F5E2BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8C66C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cracked Wheat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cracked Wheat 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 Cracked Wheat.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cracked Wheat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cracked Wheat have?
Cracked Wheat by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Cracked Wheat from other brands?
The closest matches are Kettle Corn by Hirshfield's (#F6E2BD), Somerset Peach by Benjamin Moore (#F8E4C0), Montgomery White by Benjamin Moore (#F5E3C1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cracked Wheat?
Cracked Wheat has an LRV of 77.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cracked Wheat's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.