Ref. #FAE39F · Aspire-02
Aspire .02
78%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Aspire .02 Technical Profile
What color is Aspire .02? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FAE39F. Colors similar to Aspire .02 include Dunn-Edwards Durango Dust, Farrow & Ball Dayroom Yellow, Benjamin Moore Golden Honey. Aspire .02 has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 78, Aspire .02 reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Aspire .02
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Durango Dust
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dayroom Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Golden Honey
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sunflower Seed
Behr
Nearly identical
Southern Exposure
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sunglow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sign Of The Crown
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Venetian Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aspire .02
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aspire .02
#FAE39F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5D062
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aspire .02
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aspire .02 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 Colorhouse Colors
Other Colorhouse colors close to Aspire .02.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aspire .02 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aspire .02 have?
Aspire .02 by Colorhouse has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Aspire .02 from other brands?
The closest matches are Durango Dust by Dunn-Edwards (#FBE3A1), Dayroom Yellow by Farrow & Ball (#F7E29D), Golden Honey by Benjamin Moore (#FBE2A1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Aspire .02?
Aspire .02 has an LRV of 77.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Aspire .02's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.