Ref. #F7E3C4 · LD200-02
Walnut Cream
79%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Walnut Cream Technical Profile
What color is Walnut Cream? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F7E3C4. Colors similar to Walnut Cream include Benjamin Moore Cookie Dough, Valspar Grappa, Behr Stable Hay. Walnut Cream has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 79, Walnut Cream 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 Walnut Cream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Walnut Cream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Walnut Cream
#F7E3C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BEC86A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Walnut Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Walnut Cream 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 Walnut Cream.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Walnut Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Walnut Cream have?
Walnut Cream by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Walnut Cream from other brands?
The closest matches are Cookie Dough by Benjamin Moore (#F7E4C4), Grappa by Valspar (#F8E6C8), Stable Hay by Behr (#F9E3C1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Walnut Cream?
Walnut Cream has an LRV of 78.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Walnut Cream's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.