Squash 290B-6 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F7A33A, estimated LRV 49 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is O'Brien Orange from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #F7A33A · 290B-6
Squash
49%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Squash Technical Profile
HEX Code#F7A33A
RGB247, 163, 58
Estimated LRV49.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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#F3A347
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Colors That Work With Squash
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Squash
#F7A33A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CBD161
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Squash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Squash 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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Squash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Squash have?
Squash 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 Squash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Squash are O'Brien Orange by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Tangelo by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Marigold Petals by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Squash'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 Squash?
Squash has a estimated lightness value of 49.0, 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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Why Squash's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.