Autumn Malt 230F-4 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CFA097, estimated LRV 41 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Raffia Cream from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #CFA097 · 230F-4
Autumn Malt
41%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Autumn Malt Technical Profile
HEX Code#CFA097
RGB207, 160, 151
Estimated LRV40.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Autumn Malt
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Autumn Malt
#CFA097
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0A082
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Autumn Malt
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Autumn Malt 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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Autumn Malt — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Autumn Malt have?
Autumn Malt by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Autumn Malt from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Autumn Malt are Raffia Cream by PPG (a close digital match), Titanic Rose by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), A Li'L Cheeky by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Autumn Malt'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 Autumn Malt?
Autumn Malt has a estimated lightness value of 40.6, 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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