Lentil N270-2 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DECFB5, LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chopsticks from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DECFB5 · N270-2
Lentil
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Lentil in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lentil in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLentil
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsChopsticks
Chopsticks
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cochise
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sand Fossil
PPG
Nearly identical
Thousand Islands
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Yarmouth Oyster
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Classic Buff
Valspar
Nearly identical
Barely Beige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pale Gold
Kilz
Nearly identical
Muslin Tint
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Matchstick
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Stone .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lentil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lentil
#DECFB5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lentil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lentil 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 Lentil.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lentil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lentil have?
Lentil 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 Lentil in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lentil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lentil are Chopsticks by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Cochise by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Sand Fossil by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lentil'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 Lentil?
Lentil has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Lentil's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.