Honey Oak 257 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C6B178, estimated LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Perennial Gold from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #C6B178 · 257
Honey Oak
45%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Honey Oak Technical Profile
HEX Code#C6B178
RGB198, 177, 120
Estimated LRV44.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Honey Oak
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Honey Oak
#C6B178
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6B280
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Honey Oak
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Honey Oak Room Palettes
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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
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Honey Oak — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Honey Oak have?
Honey Oak by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Honey Oak from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Honey Oak are Perennial Gold by Behr (a close digital match), Beige by RAL (a close digital match), Pocket Watch by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Honey Oak's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Honey Oak?
Honey Oak has a estimated lightness value of 44.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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