Acorn 290D-6 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D17921, LRV 27 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Candied Orange from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D17921 · 290D-6
Acorn
27%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Acorn Technical Profile
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Acorn in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Acorn in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAcorn
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCandied Orange
Candied Orange
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Autumn Orange
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mexican Spirit
Vista Paint
Very similar
Marigold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Flame
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mexican Spirit
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ginger Beer
PPG
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Yellow Orange
RAL
Visible difference
Coffee Whip
Valspar
Visible difference
Horizon Sun
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Acorn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Acorn
#D17921
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C2C263
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Acorn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Acorn 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Acorn.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Acorn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Acorn have?
Acorn by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Acorn in your own space before committing.
What colors match Acorn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Acorn are Candied Orange by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Autumn Orange by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Pumpkin Blush by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Acorn's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Acorn?
Acorn has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Acorn's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.