Mulling Spice 280D-6 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C17B3D, LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Dunes from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C17B3D · 280D-6
Mulling Spice
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mulling Spice Technical Profile
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Mulling Spice in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mulling Spice in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMulling Spice
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGolden Dunes
Golden Dunes
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Beeswax Candle
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sedona at Sunset
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Beeswax Candle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sparrow'S Beak
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ginger Beer
PPG
Very similar
Wet Riverbanks
Valspar
Very similar
Saucy Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Nutmeg Spice
Kilz
Very similar
Create .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mulling Spice
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mulling Spice
#C17B3D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8B779
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mulling Spice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mulling Spice 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 Mulling Spice.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mulling Spice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mulling Spice have?
Mulling Spice 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 Mulling Spice in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mulling Spice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mulling Spice are Golden Dunes by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Beeswax Candle by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Sedona at Sunset by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mulling Spice'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 Mulling Spice?
Mulling Spice 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 Mulling Spice's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.