Golden Pumpkin M240-7 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CD7A33, LRV 31 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Dunes from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CD7A33 · M240-7
Golden Pumpkin
31%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Golden Pumpkin Technical Profile
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Golden Pumpkin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Golden Pumpkin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGolden Pumpkin
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGolden Dunes
Golden Dunes
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Amber Wave
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Clay Terrace
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mexican Spirit
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tiger Tail
PPG
Very similar
Mexican Spirit
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Candied Orange
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Canyon Sun
Valspar
Very similar
Horizon Sun
Kilz
Visible difference
Deep Orange
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Pumpkin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Pumpkin
#CD7A33
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BEBB74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Pumpkin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Pumpkin 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 Golden Pumpkin.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Golden Pumpkin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Pumpkin have?
Golden Pumpkin 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 Golden Pumpkin in your own space before committing.
What colors match Golden Pumpkin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Pumpkin are Golden Dunes by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Amber Wave by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Clay Terrace by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Golden Pumpkin'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 Golden Pumpkin?
Golden Pumpkin has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.0, 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 Golden Pumpkin's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.