Copper Moon HDC-AC-02 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C4997A, LRV 36 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is New Haven Clay from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C4997A · HDC-AC-02
Copper Moon
36%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Copper Moon Technical Profile
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Copper Moon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Copper Moon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCopper Moon
Nearly identical
ValsparNew Haven Clay
New Haven Clay
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mountain Hideaway
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Summer Spice
PPG
Nearly identical
Cinnaswirl
Kilz
Nearly identical
Warm Hearth
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ginger Nut
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Southwest Sand
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blonde Shell
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Portrait Tone
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Copper Moon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Copper Moon
#C4997A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1AD81
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Copper Moon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Copper Moon 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 Copper Moon.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Copper Moon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Copper Moon have?
Copper Moon 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 Copper Moon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Copper Moon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Copper Moon are New Haven Clay by Valspar (a near-identical match), Mountain Hideaway by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Summer Spice by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Copper Moon'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 Copper Moon?
Copper Moon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Copper Moon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.