Straw 2154-50 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F6DBAA, estimated LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clam Chowder from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #F6DBAA · 2154-50
Straw
70%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Straw Technical Profile
HEX Code#F6DBAA
RGB246, 219, 170
Estimated LRV69.9
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Clam Chowder
Behr
#F5DAAC
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Charm Bracelet
Valspar
#F8DCA7
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Sea of Sand
Vista Paint
#FADEAA
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Drop Of Gold
Kilz
#F3DBAC
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Awakened
Dutch Boy
#F3D8AA
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Western Sky
Hirshfield's
#FADCA7
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Pasta
Dunn-Edwards
#F7DFAF
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Champagne Mimosa
PPG
#FCDFAF
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Banana Cream
Sherwin-Williams
#F5DEAF
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Dorset Cream
Farrow & Ball
#EFD5A1
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Grain .02
Colorhouse
#F4DEA8
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Colors That Work With Straw
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Straw
#F6DBAA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BCCA68
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Straw
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Straw 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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Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Straw — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Straw have?
Straw 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 Straw from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Straw are Clam Chowder by Behr (a close digital match), Fireflies by Behr (a close digital match), Caribbean Sunrise by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Straw'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 Straw?
Straw has a estimated lightness value of 69.9, 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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