Acorn Spice S-H-280 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B87439, estimated LRV 23 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Saucy Gold from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B87439 · S-H-280
Acorn Spice
Behr has archived this color. You can still buy it online or in store at The Home Depot using code S-H-280. About retired and discontinued colors
23%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Acorn Spice Technical Profile
HEX Code#B87439
RGB184, 116, 57
Estimated LRV23.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Acorn Spice
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
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#B6743B
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#B5723B
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#BE723C
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Colors That Work With Acorn Spice
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Acorn Spice
#B87439
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4B270
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Acorn Spice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Acorn Spice 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
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Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Acorn Spice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Acorn Spice have?
Acorn Spice by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Acorn Spice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Acorn Spice are Saucy Gold by Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical in our digital data), Caramel Toffee by Valspar (nearly identical in our digital data), Sparrow'S Beak by Dutch Boy (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Acorn Spice'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 Spice?
Acorn Spice has a estimated lightness value of 23.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Acorn Spice's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.