Apricot Honey 2006-3C is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F1AB7F, estimated LRV 49 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ripe Peach from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #F1AB7F · 2006-3C
Apricot Honey
49%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Apricot Honey Technical Profile
HEX Code#F1AB7F
RGB241, 171, 127
Estimated LRV49.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Apricot Honey
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Apricot Honey
#F1AB7F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CABF68
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Apricot Honey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Apricot 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
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Apricot Honey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Apricot Honey have?
Apricot Honey by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Apricot Honey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Apricot Honey are Ripe Peach by PPG (a close digital match), Orange Liqueur by PPG (a close digital match), Toffee Orange by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Apricot Honey's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Apricot Honey?
Apricot Honey has a estimated lightness value of 49.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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