Starburst Wheat 321-3DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CCBB89, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Henderson Buff from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CCBB89 · 321-3DB
Starburst Wheat
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Starburst Wheat in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Starburst Wheat in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyStarburst Wheat
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreHenderson Buff
Henderson Buff
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bakelite Yellow
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Desert Camel
Behr
Nearly identical
Appalachian Trail
PPG
Nearly identical
Dry Leaf
Valspar
Very similar
Hearts of Palm
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hippolita
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hippolita
Vista Paint
Very similar
Season'S Change
Kilz
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
Leaf .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Hay
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Starburst Wheat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Starburst Wheat
#CCBB89
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5B181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Starburst Wheat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Starburst Wheat 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Starburst Wheat.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Starburst Wheat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Starburst Wheat have?
Starburst Wheat by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Starburst Wheat in your own space before committing.
What colors match Starburst Wheat from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Starburst Wheat are Henderson Buff by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sombrero by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Bakelite Yellow by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Starburst Wheat'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 Starburst Wheat?
Starburst Wheat has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Starburst Wheat's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.