Ref. #FEECC5 · P250-1
Papaya Sorbet
85%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Papaya Sorbet Technical Profile
What color is Papaya Sorbet? It's a very light warm orange with the hex code #FEECC5. Colors similar to Papaya Sorbet include Benjamin Moore Cream Yellow, Valspar Creamy Oat, Benjamin Moore Pale Daffodil. Papaya Sorbet has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 85, Papaya Sorbet 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 Papaya Sorbet
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Cream Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Creamy Oat
Valspar
Nearly identical
Clean Canvas
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sheepskin
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Holy Grail
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Creamy Custard
PPG
Nearly identical
Crescent Moon
Kilz
Nearly identical
Lemon Chiffon
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Papaya Sorbet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Papaya Sorbet
#FEECC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BED45E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Papaya Sorbet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Papaya Sorbet 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 Papaya Sorbet.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Papaya Sorbet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Papaya Sorbet have?
Papaya Sorbet by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Papaya Sorbet from other brands?
The closest matches are Cream Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#FDECC4), Creamy Oat by Valspar (#FDEBC2), Pale Daffodil by Benjamin Moore (#FFEDC8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Papaya Sorbet?
Papaya Sorbet has an LRV of 85.1, 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 Papaya Sorbet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.