Ref. #FFCD7F · 300B-5
Honey Bird
70%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Honey Bird Technical Profile
What color is Honey Bird? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFCD7F. Colors similar to Honey Bird include Vista Paint Bread 'n Butter, Dunn-Edwards Orange Glass, Sherwin-Williams Afternoon. Honey Bird has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 70, Honey Bird 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 Honey Bird
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Honey Bird
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Honey Bird
#FFCD7F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C9D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Honey Bird
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Honey Bird 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 Honey Bird.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Honey Bird — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Honey Bird have?
Honey Bird by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Honey Bird from other brands?
The closest matches are Bread 'n Butter by Vista Paint (#FFCF80), Orange Glass by Dunn-Edwards (#FFCA7D), Afternoon by Sherwin-Williams (#FBCB78). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Honey Bird?
Honey Bird has an LRV of 70.0, 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 Honey Bird's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.