Ref. #E8AD5F · M260-5
Mac N Cheese
48%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mac N Cheese Technical Profile
What color is Mac N Cheese? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #E8AD5F. Colors similar to Mac N Cheese include Sherwin-Williams Yarrow, Kilz Spaghetti Squash, Dunn-Edwards Antique Brass. Mac N Cheese has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 48 gives Mac N Cheese depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Mac N Cheese
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mac N Cheese
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mac N Cheese
#E8AD5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C0C76B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mac N Cheese
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mac N Cheese 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 Mac N Cheese.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mac N Cheese — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mac N Cheese have?
Mac N Cheese by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Mac N Cheese from other brands?
The closest matches are Yarrow by Sherwin-Williams (#EBAD5E), Spaghetti Squash by Kilz (#E3AD63), Antique Brass by Dunn-Edwards (#ECAE58). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mac N Cheese?
Mac N Cheese has an LRV of 47.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Mac N Cheese's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.