Ref. #F7E6C6 · DEC736
Flaxseed
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Flaxseed Technical Profile
What color is Flaxseed? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F7E6C6. Colors similar to Flaxseed include Vista Paint Honey Cream, Valspar A True Antique, Hirshfield's Washed In Light. Flaxseed has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Flaxseed 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 Flaxseed
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Honey Cream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
A True Antique
Valspar
Nearly identical
Washed In Light
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Create .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
To The Rescue
PPG
Nearly identical
Montgomery White
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tea Light
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Candlewick
Behr
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flaxseed
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flaxseed
#F7E6C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B9C76B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flaxseed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flaxseed 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 Flaxseed.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Flaxseed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flaxseed have?
Flaxseed by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Flaxseed from other brands?
The closest matches are Honey Cream by Vista Paint (#F8E7C6), A True Antique by Valspar (#F4E4C5), Washed In Light by Hirshfield's (#FAE8C8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Flaxseed?
Flaxseed has an LRV of 80.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Flaxseed's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.