Ref. #FAE7CC · 2005-2C
Sweet Almond
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sweet Almond Technical Profile
What color is Sweet Almond? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FAE7CC. Colors similar to Sweet Almond include Vista Paint Mineral Glow, Dunn-Edwards Quiet Splendor, Hirshfield's City Of Diamonds. Sweet Almond has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Sweet Almond 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 Sweet Almond
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Mineral Glow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Quiet Splendor
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
City Of Diamonds
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lion Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Magnolia Spray
PPG
Nearly identical
Gardenia
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Spanish Lace
Behr
Nearly identical
Walnut Cream
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sweet Almond
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sweet Almond
#FAE7CC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C3CB67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sweet Almond
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sweet Almond 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 Sweet Almond.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sweet Almond — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sweet Almond have?
Sweet Almond by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Sweet Almond from other brands?
The closest matches are Mineral Glow by Vista Paint (#F9E6CB), Quiet Splendor by Dunn-Edwards (#FAE6CA), City Of Diamonds by Hirshfield's (#FAE6CB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sweet Almond?
Sweet Almond has an LRV of 81.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sweet Almond's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.