Ref. #CAAE74 · S300-4
Flax Straw
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Flax Straw Technical Profile
What color is Flax Straw? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #CAAE74. Colors similar to Flax Straw include Vista Paint Gold Tweed, Benjamin Moore Citrine, Hirshfield's Gold Tweed. Flax Straw has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 44 gives Flax Straw depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Flax Straw
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flax Straw
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flax Straw
#CAAE74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABB47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flax Straw
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flax Straw 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 Flax Straw.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Flax Straw — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flax Straw have?
Flax Straw by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Flax Straw from other brands?
The closest matches are Gold Tweed by Vista Paint (#CAAE74), Citrine by Benjamin Moore (#C9AC6F), Gold Tweed by Hirshfield's (#C9AB73). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Flax Straw?
Flax Straw has an LRV of 44.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Flax Straw's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.