Citrus Honey DET461 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #F6B96B, estimated LRV 55 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Summer Lily Orange from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #F6B96B · DET461
Citrus Honey
55%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Citrus Honey Technical Profile
HEX Code#F6B96B
RGB246, 185, 107
Estimated LRV55.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Citrus Honey
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citrus Honey
#F6B96B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C9CF63
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citrus Honey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citrus Honey 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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Citrus Honey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citrus Honey have?
Citrus Honey by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) 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 Citrus Honey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citrus Honey are Summer Lily Orange by PPG (a close digital match), Honeybell by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Orange Toffee by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Citrus Honey'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 Citrus Honey?
Citrus Honey has a estimated lightness value of 55.4, 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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