Honey Nectar (DET470) is a light yellow from Dunn-Edwards. Its LRV is about 73 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest match in another brand is Sherwin-Williams Optimistic Yellow (97% match).

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LRV

73 · Light

Temperature

Warm

Code

DET470

HEX

#F1DDA2

RGB

241, 221, 162

HSL

45°, 74%, 79%

Family

Yellows

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Honey Nectar FAQ

What is the LRV of Honey Nectar?

Honey Nectar has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 73 on a 0–100 scale, which is light. It reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight.

What is the closest match to Honey Nectar in other brands?

Sherwin-Williams: Optimistic Yellow (SW 6900), 97%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Optimistic Yellow (HGSW6900), 97%; Glidden: DEMETER (PPG11-01), 97%; Benjamin Moore: Ray of Light (CSP-910), 97%; Farrow & Ball: Dayroom Yellow (No. 233), 96%; Valspar: Kelsey's Curls (8002-25C), 96%; PPG: Butterfly Bush (PPG1214-4), 96%; Behr: Lily Bulb (P320-3), 94%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Honey Nectar?

The HEX code of Honey Nectar (DET470) is #F1DDA2, RGB 241, 221, 162. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.