Ref. #FFE8BD · DE5282
Creamy Apricot
83%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Creamy Apricot Technical Profile
What color is Creamy Apricot? It's a very light warm orange with the hex code #FFE8BD. Colors similar to Creamy Apricot include Behr Butter Creme, Kilz Crescent Moon, Kilz Magnolia. Creamy Apricot has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 83, Creamy Apricot 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 Creamy Apricot
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Creamy Apricot
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Creamy Apricot
#FFE8BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Creamy Apricot
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Creamy Apricot 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Creamy Apricot.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Creamy Apricot — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Creamy Apricot have?
Creamy Apricot by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Creamy Apricot from other brands?
The closest matches are Butter Creme by Behr (#FEE6B9), Crescent Moon by Kilz (#FEE9BE), Magnolia by Kilz (#FBE5BB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Creamy Apricot?
Creamy Apricot has an LRV of 82.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Creamy Apricot's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.