Nacho Cheese 2018-40 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FFD06C, estimated LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Honeybee Yellow from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #FFD06C · 2018-40
Nacho Cheese
65%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Nacho Cheese Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFD06C
RGB255, 208, 108
Estimated LRV65.1
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 Nacho Cheese
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nacho Cheese
#FFD06C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C0D65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nacho Cheese
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nacho Cheese 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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Nacho Cheese — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nacho Cheese have?
Nacho Cheese 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 Nacho Cheese from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nacho Cheese are Honeybee Yellow by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Sun Rays by PPG (a close digital match), Soft Duckling by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Nacho Cheese'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 Nacho Cheese?
Nacho Cheese has a estimated lightness value of 65.1, 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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