Ref. #DFD4B0 · 6414
Rice Paddy
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rice Paddy Technical Profile
What color is Rice Paddy? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #DFD4B0. Colors similar to Rice Paddy include Hirshfield's Alsot Olive, Hirshfield's Howdy Neighbor, Behr Honey Mist. Rice Paddy has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, Rice Paddy sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Rice Paddy reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Rice Paddy
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rice Paddy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rice Paddy
#DFD4B0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5B37F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rice Paddy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rice Paddy 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Rice Paddy.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rice Paddy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rice Paddy have?
Rice Paddy by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Rice Paddy from other brands?
The closest matches are Alsot Olive by Hirshfield's (#DFD5B1), Howdy Neighbor by Hirshfield's (#DED2AA), Honey Mist by Behr (#E3D5AE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rice Paddy?
Rice Paddy has an LRV of 65.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rice Paddy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.