Ref. #9D6C38 · PPU6-01
Curry Powder
18%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Curry Powder Technical Profile
What color is Curry Powder? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9D6C38. Colors similar to Curry Powder include Kilz Flea Market, Vista Paint Fallen Leaf, Valspar Autumn Surprise. Curry Powder has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Curry Powder creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Curry Powder pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Curry Powder
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Curry Powder
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Curry Powder
#9D6C38
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6A761
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Curry Powder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Curry Powder 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 Curry Powder.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Curry Powder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Curry Powder have?
Curry Powder by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Curry Powder from other brands?
The closest matches are Flea Market by Kilz (#9A6A35), Fallen Leaf by Vista Paint (#9F6E41), Autumn Surprise by Valspar (#9D6C40). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Curry Powder?
Curry Powder has an LRV of 18.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Curry Powder's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.