Ref. #CD5D04 · S-H-270
October
25%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
October Technical Profile
What color is October? It's a deep warm orange with the hex code #CD5D04. October has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives October 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 October
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Desert Spice
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Orange Flare
MPC
Visible difference
Sesame Crunch
PPG
Visible difference
Deep Spice
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Gold Rush
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Caramel Cream
Valspar
Visible difference
Casa De Oro
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Create .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With October
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
October
#CD5D04
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CAC23A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for October
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
October 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 October.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
October — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does October have?
October by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match October from other brands?
The closest matches are Desert Spice by Dunn-Edwards (#C66B30), Orange Flare by MPC (#E35F13), Sesame Crunch by PPG (#C26A35). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of October?
October has an LRV of 25.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with October
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 October's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.