Ref. #CFA974 · LD140-02
Banana Nut
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Banana Nut Technical Profile
What color is Banana Nut? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #CFA974. Colors similar to Banana Nut include Behr Glittering Sun, Benjamin Moore Camel Back, Vista Paint Balsam Brown. Banana Nut has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 43 gives Banana Nut depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Banana Nut
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Glittering Sun
Behr
Nearly identical
Camel Back
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Balsam Brown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Burnt Ivory
PPG
Nearly identical
Goby Desert
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Golden Fleece
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lewis Gold
Valspar
Nearly identical
Root Beer Float
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Banana Nut
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Banana Nut
#CFA974
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2B77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Banana Nut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Banana Nut 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 Banana Nut.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Banana Nut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Banana Nut have?
Banana Nut by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Banana Nut from other brands?
The closest matches are Glittering Sun by Behr (#D2AB75), Camel Back by Benjamin Moore (#CEA775), Balsam Brown by Vista Paint (#CCA978). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Banana Nut?
Banana Nut has an LRV of 42.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Banana Nut's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.