Ref. #FFCDAD · 270A-3
Luminary
71%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Luminary Technical Profile
What color is Luminary? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFCDAD. Colors similar to Luminary include Vista Paint Mellow Glos, Dunn-Edwards Tender Peach, Benjamin Moore Summer Peach Tree. Luminary has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, Luminary 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 Luminary
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Mellow Glos
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tender Peach
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Summer Peach Tree
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Peach Encounter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mellow Glow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Citrus Sachet
PPG
Very similar
Neighborly Peach
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Petite Peach
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Luminary
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Luminary
#FFCDAD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6C95C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Luminary
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Luminary 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 Luminary.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Luminary — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Luminary have?
Luminary by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Luminary from other brands?
The closest matches are Mellow Glos by Vista Paint (#FFCDAB), Tender Peach by Dunn-Edwards (#FFCDAF), Summer Peach Tree by Benjamin Moore (#FFCBA9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Luminary?
Luminary has an LRV of 71.0, 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 Luminary's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.