Mustard Field HDC-AC-08 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D9B177, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tavern Ochre from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9B177 · HDC-AC-08
Mustard Field
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mustard Field Technical Profile
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Mustard Field in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mustard Field in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMustard Field
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreTavern Ochre
Tavern Ochre
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ambitious
Valspar
Nearly identical
Drops Of Honey
PPG
Nearly identical
Tarnished Trumpet
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Aged Amber
Kilz
Nearly identical
Goby Desert
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Goby Desert
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Maize
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Beyond Earth
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sand Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mustard Field
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mustard Field
#D9B177
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mustard Field
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mustard Field 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 Mustard Field.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mustard Field — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mustard Field have?
Mustard Field 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 Mustard Field in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mustard Field from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mustard Field are Tavern Ochre by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ambitious by Valspar (a near-identical match), Drops Of Honey by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mustard Field'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 Mustard Field?
Mustard Field has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.5, 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 Mustard Field's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.