Ref. #FFE5A0 · P270-3
Sunflower Seed
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sunflower Seed Technical Profile
What color is Sunflower Seed? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFE5A0. Colors similar to Sunflower Seed include Valspar Sunglow, Benjamin Moore Morning Sunshine, Dunn-Edwards Sun Drenched. Sunflower Seed has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Sunflower Seed 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 Sunflower Seed
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sunglow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Morning Sunshine
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sun Drenched
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Primrose Path
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Aspire .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Primrose Path
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dayroom Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Sunny Veranda
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sunflower Seed
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sunflower Seed
#FFE5A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BAD65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sunflower Seed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sunflower Seed 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 Sunflower Seed.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sunflower Seed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sunflower Seed have?
Sunflower Seed by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Sunflower Seed from other brands?
The closest matches are Sunglow by Valspar (#FFE59E), Morning Sunshine by Benjamin Moore (#FFE5A2), Sun Drenched by Dunn-Edwards (#FFE7A3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sunflower Seed?
Sunflower Seed has an LRV of 79.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sunflower Seed's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.