Ref. #F0E2D2 · LJ170
Baked Custard
78%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Baked Custard Technical Profile
What color is Baked Custard? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F0E2D2. Colors similar to Baked Custard include Benjamin Moore Puppy Paws, Sherwin-Williams Alluring White, Sherwin-Williams Choice Cream. Baked Custard has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 78, Baked Custard 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 Baked Custard
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Puppy Paws
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Alluring White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bare Bone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Berkshire Lace
PPG
Nearly identical
Tangerine Dream
Valspar
Nearly identical
White Lightning
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Vanilla Mocha
Behr
Nearly identical
Dry Dune
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Baked Custard
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Baked Custard
#F0E2D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Baked Custard
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Baked Custard 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Baked Custard.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Baked Custard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Baked Custard have?
Baked Custard by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Baked Custard from other brands?
The closest matches are Puppy Paws by Benjamin Moore (#F1E3D3), Alluring White by Sherwin-Williams (#EFE1D2), Choice Cream by Sherwin-Williams (#F0E1D0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Baked Custard?
Baked Custard has an LRV of 77.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Baked Custard's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.