Pumpkin Bread PMD-40 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C98F57, LRV 33 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gates of Gold from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C98F57 · PMD-40
Pumpkin Bread
33%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pumpkin Bread Technical Profile
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Pumpkin Bread in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pumpkin Bread in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPumpkin Bread
Nearly identical
Vista PaintGates of Gold
Gates of Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Polo Pony
PPG
Nearly identical
Butternut Tree
Valspar
Nearly identical
Slightly Golden
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Gates of Gold
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tassel
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Golden Sunrise
Kilz
Very similar
Bar of Gold
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Harvest Bronze
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pumpkin Bread
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pumpkin Bread
#C98F57
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pumpkin Bread
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pumpkin Bread 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 Pumpkin Bread.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pumpkin Bread — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pumpkin Bread have?
Pumpkin Bread 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 Pumpkin Bread in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pumpkin Bread from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pumpkin Bread are Gates of Gold by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Polo Pony by PPG (a near-identical match), Butternut Tree by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pumpkin Bread'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 Pumpkin Bread?
Pumpkin Bread has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.8, 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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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 Pumpkin Bread's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.