Chestnut Stallion 240D-7 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8E4520, LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Red Maple from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8E4520 · 240D-7
Chestnut Stallion
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chestnut Stallion Technical Profile
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Chestnut Stallion in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chestnut Stallion in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrChestnut Stallion
Nearly identical
ValsparRed Maple
Red Maple
Valspar
Nearly identical
Terra Cotta
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Toasted Chestnut
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Autumn Abundance
Kilz
Very similar
Copper Brown
RAL
Very similar
Old Brick
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Remaining Embers
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Cajun Red
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Burled Redwood
PPG
Visible difference
Cherry Cola
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
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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 sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chestnut Stallion in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chestnut Stallion from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chestnut Stallion are Red Maple by Valspar (a near-identical match), Terra Cotta by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Caramel Brown by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Chestnut Stallion'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 Chestnut Stallion?
Chestnut Stallion has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Chestnut Stallion's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.