Ref. #F1E6D4 · HDC-FL13-5
Rye Flour
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rye Flour Technical Profile
What color is Rye Flour? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F1E6D4. Colors similar to Rye Flour include Valspar Nankeen, Valspar Bermuda Sand, Dunn-Edwards Rice Bowl. Rye Flour has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Rye Flour 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 Rye Flour
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Nankeen
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rice Bowl
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Summer White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Franklin White
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Elegant Ivory
PPG
Nearly identical
Tawny Daylilly
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sandollar Beach
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dimity
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rye Flour
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rye Flour
#F1E6D4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rye Flour
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rye Flour 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 Rye Flour.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rye Flour — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rye Flour have?
Rye Flour by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Rye Flour from other brands?
The closest matches are Nankeen by Valspar (#F1E6D5), Bermuda Sand by Valspar (#F3E8D6), Rice Bowl by Dunn-Edwards (#F1E7D5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rye Flour?
Rye Flour has an LRV of 80.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Rye Flour's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.