Sesame Crunch 280D-7 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9D5A12, estimated LRV 20 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ochre Brown from RAL (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #9D5A12 · 280D-7
Sesame Crunch
20%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sesame Crunch Technical Profile
HEX Code#9D5A12
RGB157, 90, 18
Estimated LRV20.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Sesame Crunch
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sesame Crunch
#9D5A12
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5A73B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sesame Crunch
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sesame Crunch 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
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Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sesame Crunch — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sesame Crunch have?
Sesame Crunch by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Sesame Crunch from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sesame Crunch are Ochre Brown by RAL (a very close match), Mexican Hot Chocolate by Benjamin Moore (a close match), Fireside Chat by Valspar (a close match) — the best options for getting Sesame Crunch'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 Sesame Crunch?
Sesame Crunch has a estimated lightness value of 20.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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