Ref. #FFB90F · 320B-7
Macaw
60%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Macaw Technical Profile
What color is Macaw? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFB90F. Colors similar to Macaw include Benjamin Moore Golden Nugget, Sherwin-Williams Goldfinch, Benjamin Moore Lemon Shine. Macaw has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 60, Macaw sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Macaw
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Golden Nugget
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Goldfinch
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bright'n Shiny
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Gold Abundance
Valspar
Nearly identical
Yellow Summer
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Yellow Corn
MPC
Nearly identical
Mac N Cheese
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fall Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Macaw
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Macaw
#FFB90F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BDD65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Macaw
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Macaw 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 Macaw.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Macaw — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Macaw have?
Macaw by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Macaw from other brands?
The closest matches are Golden Nugget by Benjamin Moore (#FFB801), Goldfinch by Sherwin-Williams (#FDB702), Lemon Shine by Benjamin Moore (#FFB701). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Macaw?
Macaw has an LRV of 60.0, 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 Macaw's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.