ColorplanBenjamin Moore Honey Burst (144) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 67. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Jonquil (SW 6674) and Farrow & Ball Yellow Ground (No.218). For trim, try Opal (OC-73).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 67.3 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #FCCF8E |
| RGB | 252, 207, 142 |
| HSL | 35°, 95%, 77% |
About Honey Burst
Honey Burst (144) is a light, medium-strength yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 67, Honey Burst has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Honey Burst's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. Next to Florida Orange (152), it's lighter and cooler.
How Honey Burst changes with the light
Honey Burst has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Honey Burst's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Honey Burst will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Honey Burst can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Honey Burst will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Honey Burst in real homes
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Honey Burst equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Close · ΔE 2.8
Also close: Compatible Cream (ΔE 5.8)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.4
Also close: Butter Cookie (ΔE 6.6)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Honey Burst questions
What undertone does Honey Burst have?
Honey Burst has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Honey Burst's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Honey Burst a light or dark color?
Honey Burst has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 67.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 67, Honey Burst has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Honey Burst in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jonquil SW 6674 (close, ΔE 2.8); Farrow & Ball: Yellow Ground No.218 (close, ΔE 3.8); Behr: Pale Honey PPU6-08 (closest available, ΔE 5.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Honey Burst?
Try Opal (OC-73) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Honey Burst's undertone.
Where does Honey Burst work best?
Honey Burst works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 67, Honey Burst has visible color without darkening a room much.
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