Ginger Jar M300-5 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C4A143, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is French Quarter Gold from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C4A143 · M300-5
Ginger Jar
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ginger Jar Technical Profile
HEX Code#C4A143
RGB196, 161, 67
Estimated LRV37.6
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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Colors That Work With Ginger Jar
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ginger Jar
#C4A143
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB979
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ginger Jar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ginger Jar Room Palettes
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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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Ginger Jar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ginger Jar have?
Ginger Jar 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 Ginger Jar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ginger Jar are French Quarter Gold by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Golden Avocado by Valspar (a close digital match), Golden Field by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ginger Jar'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 Ginger Jar?
Ginger Jar has a estimated lightness value of 37.6, 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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