Ferrous MQ4-37 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C98F6C, LRV 33 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hitching Post from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C98F6C · MQ4-37
Ferrous
33%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ferrous Technical Profile
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Ferrous in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ferrous in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrFerrous
Nearly identical
PPGHitching Post
Hitching Post
PPG
Nearly identical
Peanut Brittle
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Greek Amber
Valspar
Nearly identical
Peanut Brittle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tawny Amber
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Chivalry Copper
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Adobe Bricks
Kilz
Very similar
Frontenac
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Western Orange
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ferrous
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ferrous
#C98F6C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5AE7D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ferrous
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ferrous 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 Ferrous.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ferrous — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ferrous have?
Ferrous 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 Ferrous in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ferrous from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ferrous are Hitching Post by PPG (a near-identical match), Frosted Copper by PPG (a near-identical match), Peanut Brittle by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ferrous'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 Ferrous?
Ferrous has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.1, 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 Ferrous's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.