Equatorial P250-4 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FFCB76, LRV 68 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Apricot Glow from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFCB76 · P250-4
Equatorial
68%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Equatorial Technical Profile
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Equatorial in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Equatorial in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrEquatorial
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsApricot Glow
Apricot Glow
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Afternoon
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Persian Apple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Maple Taffy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bread ‘n Butter
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bread 'n Butter
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Semolina
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Yukon Gold
PPG
Very similar
Halo Gold
Kilz
Very similar
Yellow Ground
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Aspire .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Equatorial
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Equatorial
#FFCB76
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C7D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Equatorial
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Equatorial 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 Equatorial.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Equatorial — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Equatorial have?
Equatorial 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 Equatorial in your own space before committing.
What colors match Equatorial from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Equatorial are Apricot Glow by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Afternoon by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Persian Apple by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Equatorial'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 Equatorial?
Equatorial has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.0, 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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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 Equatorial's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.