Cup of Cocoa ICC-52 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BAA087, estimated LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tantalizing Tan from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BAA087 · ICC-52
Cup of Cocoa
37%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cup of Cocoa Technical Profile
HEX Code#BAA087
RGB186, 160, 135
Estimated LRV37.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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#B89D83
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#BCA38B
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#B69E87
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Nankeen
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#B89E82
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#BAA287
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#B9A28D
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#B79D80
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Colors That Work With Cup of Cocoa
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cup of Cocoa
#BAA087
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cup of Cocoa
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cup of Cocoa 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
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Cup of Cocoa — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cup of Cocoa have?
Cup of Cocoa by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Cup of Cocoa from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cup of Cocoa are Tantalizing Tan by PPG (a close digital match), Sands of Time by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Baked Potato by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cup of Cocoa'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 Cup of Cocoa?
Cup of Cocoa has a estimated lightness value of 37.3, 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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