Solar Storm P250-5 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FFBA5A, estimated LRV 62 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Marigold from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #FFBA5A · P250-5
Solar Storm
62%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Solar Storm Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFBA5A
RGB255, 186, 90
Estimated LRV62.0
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 Solar Storm
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Solar Storm
#FFBA5A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CCD65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Solar Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Solar Storm 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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Solar Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Solar Storm have?
Solar Storm 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 Solar Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Solar Storm are Marigold by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Afternoon Tea by Valspar (a very close match), Raw Honey by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Solar Storm'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 Solar Storm?
Solar Storm has a estimated lightness value of 62.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Solar Storm's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.