Beech Nut S230-3 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D9B69F, LRV 51 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clementine Rose from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9B69F · S230-3
Beech Nut
51%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Beech Nut Technical Profile
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Beech Nut in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Beech Nut in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBeech Nut
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreClementine Rose
Clementine Rose
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sand Dunes
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Kraft Paper
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Ice
PPG
Nearly identical
Mojave Sunset
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tower Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Brandy Cream
Kilz
Very similar
Early Tan
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blonde Lace
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Beech Nut
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Beech Nut
#D9B69F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3AE7F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Beech Nut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Beech Nut 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 Beech Nut.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Beech Nut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Beech Nut have?
Beech Nut 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 Beech Nut in your own space before committing.
What colors match Beech Nut from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Beech Nut are Clementine Rose by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), San by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Outer Banks by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Beech Nut'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 Beech Nut?
Beech Nut has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Beech Nut's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.