Saffron Thread 310B-7 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FFA600, LRV 49 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mandarin Orange from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFA600 · 310B-7
Saffron Thread
49%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Saffron Thread Technical Profile
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Saffron Thread in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Saffron Thread in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSaffron Thread
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMandarin Orange
Mandarin Orange
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bright ‘N Shiny
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
I Love To Boogie
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Orange Glow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mangolicious
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Flash of Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Luminous Bright Orange
RAL
Very similar
Gusto Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Marigold Petals
PPG
Very similar
Aloha
Kilz
Very similar
Aspire .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Saffron Thread
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Saffron Thread
#FFA600
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Saffron Thread
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Saffron Thread 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 Saffron Thread.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Saffron Thread — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Saffron Thread have?
Saffron Thread 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 Saffron Thread in your own space before committing.
What colors match Saffron Thread from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Saffron Thread are Mandarin Orange by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Bright ‘N Shiny by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), I Love To Boogie by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Saffron Thread'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 Saffron Thread?
Saffron Thread has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.5, 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 Saffron Thread's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.