Ref. #D6A533 · M290-6
Plantain Chips
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Plantain Chips Technical Profile
What color is Plantain Chips? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D6A533. Colors similar to Plantain Chips include Vista Paint Lemon Bar, PPG Curry Sauce, Sherwin-Williams Kingdom Gold. Plantain Chips has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 41 gives Plantain Chips 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 Plantain Chips
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plantain Chips
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plantain Chips
#D6A533
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1C270
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plantain Chips
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plantain Chips 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 Plantain Chips.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Plantain Chips — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plantain Chips have?
Plantain Chips by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Plantain Chips from other brands?
The closest matches are Lemon Bar by Vista Paint (#D5A432), Curry Sauce by PPG (#D6A332), Kingdom Gold by Sherwin-Williams (#D1A436). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Plantain Chips?
Plantain Chips has an LRV of 41.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Plantain Chips's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.