Ref. #FBE5BB · LD230-01
Magnolia
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Magnolia Technical Profile
What color is Magnolia? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FBE5BB. Colors similar to Magnolia include Valspar Pretty Pretty Picture, Dunn-Edwards Creamy Apricot, Behr Butter Creme. Magnolia has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Magnolia 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 Magnolia
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Pretty Pretty Picture
Valspar
Nearly identical
Creamy Apricot
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Butter Creme
Behr
Nearly identical
Autumn Child
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Canterbury Cream
MPC
Nearly identical
Autumn Child
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Creamy Custard
PPG
Nearly identical
Honeypot
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Magnolia
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Magnolia
#FBE5BB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BECF63
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Magnolia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Magnolia 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 Magnolia.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Magnolia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Magnolia have?
Magnolia by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Magnolia from other brands?
The closest matches are Pretty Pretty Picture by Valspar (#FAE5BC), Creamy Apricot by Dunn-Edwards (#FFE8BD), Butter Creme by Behr (#FEE6B9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Magnolia?
Magnolia has an LRV of 80.1, 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 Magnolia's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.