Honeywheat 179 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F7D898, estimated LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Creased Khaki from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #F7D898 · 179
Honeywheat
67%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Honeywheat Technical Profile
HEX Code#F7D898
RGB247, 216, 152
Estimated LRV67.3
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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#F8D897
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#F7D99B
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#F6D58F
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#F7D68F
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#FFDE9C
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#F6D48D
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Colors That Work With Honeywheat
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Honeywheat
#F7D898
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBCD65
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Honeywheat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Honeywheat 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
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Honeywheat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Honeywheat have?
Honeywheat 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 Honeywheat from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Honeywheat are Creased Khaki by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Creamy Surprises by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Sun Splashed by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Honeywheat'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 Honeywheat?
Honeywheat has a estimated lightness value of 67.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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