Ref. #F0C776 · M290-4
Garbanzo Paste
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Garbanzo Paste Technical Profile
What color is Garbanzo Paste? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F0C776. Colors similar to Garbanzo Paste include Vista Paint Sari Suit, PPG Yukon Gold, Dunn-Edwards Almond Cookie. Garbanzo Paste has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Garbanzo Paste sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Garbanzo Paste
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sari Suit
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Yukon Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Almond Cookie
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lion Heart
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
June Day
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bask in the Glow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sassy Yellow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Yellow Ground
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Garbanzo Paste
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Garbanzo Paste
#F0C776
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BACA68
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Garbanzo Paste
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Garbanzo Paste 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 Garbanzo Paste.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Garbanzo Paste — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Garbanzo Paste have?
Garbanzo Paste by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Garbanzo Paste from other brands?
The closest matches are Sari Suit by Vista Paint (#EFC674), Yukon Gold by PPG (#F3C775), Almond Cookie by Dunn-Edwards (#EEC87C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Garbanzo Paste?
Garbanzo Paste has an LRV of 60.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Garbanzo Paste's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.