Ref. #8E4520 · 240D-7
Chestnut Stallion
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chestnut Stallion Technical Profile
What color is Chestnut Stallion? It's a deep warm orange with the hex code #8E4520. Colors similar to Chestnut Stallion include Valspar Red Maple, Dutch Boy Terra Cotta. Chestnut Stallion has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Chestnut Stallion creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Chestnut Stallion
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chestnut Stallion
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chestnut Stallion
#8E4520
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B8D46
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chestnut Stallion
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chestnut Stallion 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 Chestnut Stallion.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chestnut Stallion — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chestnut Stallion have?
Chestnut Stallion by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Chestnut Stallion from other brands?
The closest matches are Red Maple by Valspar (#904929), Terra Cotta by Dutch Boy (#864326), Caramel Brown by Dutch Boy (#8D5033). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chestnut Stallion?
Chestnut Stallion has an LRV of 15.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chestnut Stallion's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.