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Honey Haven
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Honey Haven Technical Profile
What color is Honey Haven? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #BC9263. Colors similar to Honey Haven include Benjamin Moore Desert Beach, Benjamin Moore Richmond Gold, Benjamin Moore Classic Caramel. Honey Haven has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 32 gives Honey Haven depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Honey Haven pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Honey Haven
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Honey Haven
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Honey Haven
#BC9263
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0B181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Honey Haven
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Honey Haven 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Honey Haven.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Honey Haven — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Honey Haven have?
Honey Haven by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Honey Haven from other brands?
The closest matches are Desert Beach by Benjamin Moore (#C09465), Richmond Gold by Benjamin Moore (#B89264), Classic Caramel by Benjamin Moore (#B89264). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Honey Haven?
Honey Haven has an LRV of 32.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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