Ref. #C7B391 · MQ2-30
Spring Wheat
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Spring Wheat Technical Profile
What color is Spring Wheat? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C7B391. Colors similar to Spring Wheat include Sherwin-Williams Sawgrass Basket, Valspar Prairie Dance, Benjamin Moore Lenox Tan. Spring Wheat has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 46 gives Spring Wheat 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 Spring Wheat
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spring Wheat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spring Wheat
#C7B391
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spring Wheat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spring Wheat 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 Spring Wheat.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spring Wheat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spring Wheat have?
Spring Wheat by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Spring Wheat from other brands?
The closest matches are Sawgrass Basket by Sherwin-Williams (#C3B090), Prairie Dance by Valspar (#CBB695), Lenox Tan by Benjamin Moore (#C3AF8F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Spring Wheat?
Spring Wheat has an LRV of 46.4, 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 Spring Wheat's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.