Ref. #F1E6D5 · 8003-20A
Nankeen
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nankeen Technical Profile
What color is Nankeen? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #F1E6D5. Colors similar to Nankeen include Behr Rye Flour, PPG Elegant Ivory, Behr Buckwheat Flour. Nankeen has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Nankeen 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 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 Nankeen 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 Nankeen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Rye Flour
Behr
Nearly identical
Elegant Ivory
PPG
Nearly identical
Sandollar Beach
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dimity
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Rice Bowl
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Antique White
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Crisp Linen
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tawny Daylilly
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nankeen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nankeen
#F1E6D5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nankeen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nankeen 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Nankeen.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nankeen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nankeen have?
Nankeen by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Nankeen from other brands?
The closest matches are Rye Flour by Behr (#F1E6D4), Elegant Ivory by PPG (#F1E6D6), Buckwheat Flour by Behr (#F3E8D7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Nankeen?
Nankeen 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 Nankeen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.