Ref. #BF7B18 · M260-7
Back To School
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Back To School Technical Profile
What color is Back To School? It's a deep warm orange with the hex code #BF7B18. Back To School has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 29 gives Back To School depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Back To School
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Back To School
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Back To School
#BF7B18
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3BE4C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Back To School
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Back To School 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 Back To School.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Back To School — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Back To School have?
Back To School by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Back To School from other brands?
The closest matches are Cider Toddy by PPG (#B98033), Cut the Mustard by Sherwin-Williams (#BA7F38), Farmhouse Ochre by Hirshfield's (#BD8339). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Back To School?
Back To School has an LRV of 29.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Back To School's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.