Ref. #FDE7D6 · 290C-1
Serengeti Sand
83%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Serengeti Sand Technical Profile
What color is Serengeti Sand? It's a very light warm orange with the hex code #FDE7D6. Colors similar to Serengeti Sand include Dunn-Edwards Macaroon Cream, Dunn-Edwards Mood Lighting, Valspar Peach Kiss. Serengeti Sand has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 83, Serengeti Sand 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 Serengeti Sand
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Macaroon Cream
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Peach Kiss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Peach Cashmere
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Peach Melba
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sweet Serenity
Kilz
Nearly identical
Flowerbed
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Peach Everlasting
PPG
Nearly identical
Nearly Peach
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Serengeti Sand
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Serengeti Sand
#FDE7D6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D1C961
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Serengeti Sand
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Serengeti Sand 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 Serengeti Sand.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Serengeti Sand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Serengeti Sand have?
Serengeti Sand by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Serengeti Sand from other brands?
The closest matches are Macaroon Cream by Dunn-Edwards (#FEE8D6), Mood Lighting by Dunn-Edwards (#FFE7D5), Peach Kiss by Valspar (#FBE4D2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Serengeti Sand?
Serengeti Sand has an LRV of 82.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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