Curious Collection N290-4 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D2C199, estimated LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sandy Pail from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #D2C199 · N290-4
Curious Collection
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Curious Collection Technical Profile
HEX Code#D2C199
RGB210, 193, 153
Estimated LRV52.0
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#D2C098
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Western Wear
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#D2C098
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Bone Meal
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#D1BF98
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#CEBE96
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#D6C39E
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#D0C19F
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#DBC8A2
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Colors That Work With Curious Collection
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Curious Collection
#D2C199
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7B181
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Curious Collection
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Curious Collection 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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Curious Collection — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Curious Collection have?
Curious Collection 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 Curious Collection from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Curious Collection are Sandy Pail by PPG (a close digital match), Western Wear by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Bone Meal by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Curious Collection'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 Curious Collection?
Curious Collection has a estimated lightness value of 52.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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