Ref. #F5D9B0 · M270-3
Cream Custard
72%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cream Custard Technical Profile
What color is Cream Custard? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F5D9B0. Colors similar to Cream Custard include Sherwin-Williams Captivating Cream, Benjamin Moore Oklahoma Wheat, Valspar French Pastry. Cream Custard has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Cream Custard 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 Cream Custard
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Captivating Cream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Oklahoma Wheat
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
French Pastry
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fine Sand
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Canyon Sand
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Peach Veil
MPC
Nearly identical
Coin Purse
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Amber Light
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cream Custard
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cream Custard
#F5D9B0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C0C86A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cream Custard
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cream Custard 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 Cream Custard.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cream Custard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cream Custard have?
Cream Custard by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Cream Custard from other brands?
The closest matches are Captivating Cream by Sherwin-Williams (#F4D9B1), Oklahoma Wheat by Benjamin Moore (#F1D6AD), French Pastry by Valspar (#F1D6AF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cream Custard?
Cream Custard has an LRV of 72.2, 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 Cream Custard's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.