Kenya PPU4-16 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CCA179, LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Supreme Bean from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CCA179 · PPU4-16
Kenya
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Kenya Technical Profile
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Kenya in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kenya in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrKenya
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSupreme Bean
Supreme Bean
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Raw Wood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pale Blush
Valspar
Nearly identical
Butternut Squash
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Siesta Dreams
PPG
Nearly identical
Totally Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rustic Rye
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tan Plan
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cinnamon Toast
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kenya
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kenya
#CCA179
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4B37E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kenya
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kenya 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 Kenya.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kenya — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kenya have?
Kenya 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 Kenya in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kenya from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kenya are Supreme Bean by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Raw Wood by Kilz (a near-identical match), Pale Blush by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kenya'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 Kenya?
Kenya has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.7, 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 Kenya's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.