Ref. #F0D0BC · 260E-2
Clamshell
67%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Clamshell Technical Profile
What color is Clamshell? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F0D0BC. Colors similar to Clamshell include Vista Paint Here Comes the Sun, Sherwin-Williams Naive Peach, PPG Scotchtone. Clamshell has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Clamshell sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Clamshell
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Here Comes the Sun
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Naive Peach
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Scotchtone
PPG
Nearly identical
Here Comes The Sun
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Melon Cup
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tea Room
Kilz
Nearly identical
Natural Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Special Peach
Valspar
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Clamshell
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clamshell
#F0D0BC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C0B772
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clamshell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clamshell 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 Clamshell.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Clamshell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clamshell have?
Clamshell by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Clamshell from other brands?
The closest matches are Here Comes the Sun by Vista Paint (#F0D1BD), Naive Peach by Sherwin-Williams (#F3D3BF), Scotchtone by PPG (#EBCCB9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Clamshell?
Clamshell has an LRV of 67.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Clamshell's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.