Inheritance M280-5 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D7AF6A, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gold Strike from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D7AF6A · M280-5
Inheritance
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Inheritance Technical Profile
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Inheritance in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Inheritance in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrInheritance
Nearly identical
PPGGold Strike
Gold Strike
PPG
Nearly identical
Hathaway Gold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Brass Charm
Kilz
Nearly identical
Craft Paper Brown
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Burst of Gold
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Afternoon Stroll
Valspar
Very similar
Tarnished Trumpet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Goby Desert
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Gold Digger
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Beeswax .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sand Yellow
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Inheritance
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Inheritance
#D7AF6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3BC76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Inheritance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Inheritance 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 Inheritance.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Inheritance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Inheritance have?
Inheritance by Behr has a neutral 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 Inheritance in your own space before committing.
What colors match Inheritance from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Inheritance are Gold Strike by PPG (a near-identical match), Butterscotch Bliss by PPG (a near-identical match), Hathaway Gold by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Inheritance'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 Inheritance?
Inheritance has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Inheritance's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.