Ref. #EFA861 · 2006-1B
Toasted Honey
47%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Toasted Honey Technical Profile
What color is Toasted Honey? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #EFA861. Colors similar to Toasted Honey include Dunn-Edwards Blazing Autumn, Behr Arizona, PPG Goldfish. Toasted Honey has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 47 gives Toasted Honey depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Toasted Honey
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Toasted Honey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Toasted Honey
#EFA861
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CBCB67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Toasted Honey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Toasted 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 Toasted 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.
Toasted Honey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Toasted Honey have?
Toasted Honey by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Toasted Honey from other brands?
The closest matches are Blazing Autumn by Dunn-Edwards (#F3AD63), Arizona by Behr (#F3AC6A), Goldfish by PPG (#F2AD62). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Toasted Honey?
Toasted Honey has an LRV of 47.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Toasted Honey's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.