Ref. #E5966F · M220-5
Roasted Seeds
43%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Roasted Seeds Technical Profile
What color is Roasted Seeds? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #E5966F. Colors similar to Roasted Seeds include Sherwin-Williams Sunset, Vista Paint Trumpet Flower, Hirshfield's Trumpet Flower. Roasted Seeds has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 43 gives Roasted Seeds 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 Roasted Seeds
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Roasted Seeds
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Roasted Seeds
#E5966F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C3B56F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Roasted Seeds
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Roasted Seeds 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 Roasted Seeds.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Roasted Seeds — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Roasted Seeds have?
Roasted Seeds by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Roasted Seeds from other brands?
The closest matches are Sunset by Sherwin-Williams (#E2946F), Trumpet Flower by Vista Paint (#E19874), Trumpet Flower by Hirshfield's (#E49977). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Roasted Seeds?
Roasted Seeds has an LRV of 43.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Roasted Seeds's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.