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Mustard Seed
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mustard Seed Technical Profile
What color is Mustard Seed? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #CEB47A. Colors similar to Mustard Seed include Vista Paint Star Fire, MPC Moneta Gold Met., Behr Flax Straw. Mustard Seed has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 45 gives Mustard Seed 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 Mustard Seed
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mustard Seed
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mustard Seed
#CEB47A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB57D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mustard Seed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mustard 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Mustard 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.
Mustard Seed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mustard Seed have?
Mustard Seed by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Mustard Seed from other brands?
The closest matches are Star Fire by Vista Paint (#D2B87B), Moneta Gold Met. by MPC (#D2B680), Flax Straw by Behr (#CAAE74). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mustard Seed?
Mustard Seed has an LRV of 44.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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