Beehive M270-5 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E3B776, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aged Amber from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E3B776 · M270-5
Beehive
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Beehive Technical Profile
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Beehive in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Beehive in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBeehive
Nearly identical
KilzAged Amber
Aged Amber
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tropical Dream
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Afternoon Stroll
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bold Butterscotch
PPG
Nearly identical
Tropical Dream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Eye of the Tiger
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Classical Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wheat Bread
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Beyond Earth
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sand Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Beehive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Beehive
#E3B776
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BAC171
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Beehive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Beehive 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 Beehive.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Beehive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Beehive have?
Beehive by Behr has a neutral 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 Beehive in your own space before committing.
What colors match Beehive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Beehive are Aged Amber by Kilz (a near-identical match), Tropical Dream by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Afternoon Stroll by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Beehive'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 Beehive?
Beehive has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.5, 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 Beehive's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.