Japanese Koi P210-7 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E35C2B, LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Troublemaker from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E35C2B · P210-7
Japanese Koi
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Japanese Koi Technical Profile
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Japanese Koi in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Japanese Koi in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrJapanese Koi
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyTroublemaker
Troublemaker
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Festive Orange
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
L’Orange
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Untamed Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fresh Tangerines
PPG
Very similar
Obstinate Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Starfish
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bright Red Orange
RAL
Very similar
Autumn Blaze
Valspar
Very similar
Charlotte's Locks
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dynamite
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Japanese Koi
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Japanese Koi
#E35C2B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C8B26A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Japanese Koi
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Japanese Koi 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 Japanese Koi.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Japanese Koi — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Japanese Koi have?
Japanese Koi 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 Japanese Koi in your own space before committing.
What colors match Japanese Koi from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Japanese Koi are Troublemaker by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Festive Orange by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), L’Orange by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Japanese Koi'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 Japanese Koi?
Japanese Koi has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.0, 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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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 Japanese Koi's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.