Buff Tone S230-1 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EDD2C3, LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Melon Pink from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EDD2C3 · S230-1
Buff Tone
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Buff Tone Technical Profile
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Buff Tone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Buff Tone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBuff Tone
Nearly identical
PPGMelon Pink
Melon Pink
PPG
Nearly identical
Pink Ground
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Morning Glow
Valspar
Nearly identical
In the Buff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spun Sugar
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Adobe Sands
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Chinese Cherry
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Heirloom
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Natural Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Nouveau Apricot
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Buff Tone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Buff Tone
#EDD2C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BAB178
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Buff Tone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Buff Tone 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 Buff Tone.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Buff Tone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buff Tone have?
Buff Tone 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 Buff Tone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Buff Tone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Buff Tone are Melon Pink by PPG (a near-identical match), Pink Ground by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Morning Glow by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Buff Tone'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 Buff Tone?
Buff Tone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Buff Tone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.