Ref. #FFDE9C · DE5317
Precious Nectar
76%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Precious Nectar Technical Profile
What color is Precious Nectar? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFDE9C. Colors similar to Precious Nectar include Hirshfield's Essentially Bright, Vista Paint Essentially Bright, Valspar Toasted Wheat. Precious Nectar has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 76, Precious Nectar 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 Precious Nectar
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Essentially Bright
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Essentially Bright
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Toasted Wheat
Valspar
Nearly identical
La Luna Amarilla
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Melted Butter
Behr
Nearly identical
Suntan Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Creamy Surprises
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fresh Citrus
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Precious Nectar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Precious Nectar
#FFDE9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C2D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Precious Nectar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Precious Nectar 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 Precious Nectar.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Precious Nectar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Precious Nectar have?
Precious Nectar by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Precious Nectar from other brands?
The closest matches are Essentially Bright by Hirshfield's (#FFDE9F), Essentially Bright by Vista Paint (#FFDE9F), Toasted Wheat by Valspar (#FFDD97). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Precious Nectar?
Precious Nectar has an LRV of 75.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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