Ref. #FDE2B4 · LD220-01
Light Honey
79%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Light Honey Technical Profile
What color is Light Honey? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FDE2B4. Colors similar to Light Honey include Benjamin Moore Pineapple Smoothy, Benjamin Moore Peach Yogurt, Valspar Shoreline. Light Honey has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 79, Light Honey 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 Light Honey
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Pineapple Smoothy
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Shoreline
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tiffany Light
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Butter Creme
Behr
Nearly identical
Tiffany Light
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Honeypot
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pasta
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Canterbury Cream
MPC
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Light Honey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Light Honey
#FDE2B4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4D35F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Light Honey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Light Honey 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 Light Honey.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Light Honey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Light Honey have?
Light Honey by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Light Honey from other brands?
The closest matches are Pineapple Smoothy by Benjamin Moore (#FBE1B3), Peach Yogurt by Benjamin Moore (#FEE1B0), Shoreline by Valspar (#F8DEB0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Light Honey?
Light Honey has an LRV of 78.6, 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 Light Honey's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.