Fresh Nectar BIC-14 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DCA26A, estimated LRV 42 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Harvest Gold from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #DCA26A · BIC-14
Fresh Nectar
42%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Fresh Nectar Technical Profile
HEX Code#DCA26A
RGB220, 162, 106
Estimated LRV42.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Fresh Nectar
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Nectar
#DCA26A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BFBE73
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Nectar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Nectar 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
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Fresh Nectar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Nectar have?
Fresh Nectar by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Fresh Nectar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresh Nectar are Harvest Gold by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Western Sunrise by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Tasty Tan by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fresh Nectar'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 Fresh Nectar?
Fresh Nectar has a estimated lightness value of 42.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fresh Nectar's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.