Ref. #FFE3AD · 2008-2B
Spun Honey
79%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Spun Honey Technical Profile
What color is Spun Honey? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFE3AD. Colors similar to Spun Honey include Kilz Golden Feather, Behr Golden Nectar, Benjamin Moore Sun Blossom. Spun Honey has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 79, Spun Honey 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 Spun Honey
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Golden Feather
Kilz
Nearly identical
Golden Nectar
Behr
Nearly identical
Sun Blossom
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sea of Sand
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Honey Bee
PPG
Nearly identical
Tiffany Light
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
They call it Mellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Organza
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spun Honey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spun Honey
#FFE3AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C3D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spun Honey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spun 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Spun Honey.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spun Honey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spun Honey have?
Spun Honey by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Spun Honey from other brands?
The closest matches are Golden Feather by Kilz (#FDE3AD), Golden Nectar by Behr (#FFE5B2), Sun Blossom by Benjamin Moore (#FFE4B2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Spun Honey?
Spun Honey has an LRV of 79.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Spun Honey's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.