Tierno reads as warm and grounded — strong in kitchens, family rooms, and any space where warmth is the dominant mood you're after. At LRV 82 it reflects plenty of light, which makes it well-suited for north-facing rooms and smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Because it's a fully saturated example, it lands strongest as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than the dominant whole-room color. Skip it in rooms that already run warm or get strong afternoon sun, where it can tip into an overpowering glow.
Ref. #F7E8D7 · PPH-24 (HISP)
Tierno
82%LRV Value
Tierno Technical Profile
What color is Behr Tierno (PPH-24 (HISP))? It's a very light warm orange — hex #F7E8D7, LRV 82. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Tierno is Valspar Tangerine Dream — a near-identical match on the wall, with PPG Icy Peach and Benjamin Moore Mystical Powers also close. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Tierno reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. As a fully saturated example, it reads as a confident statement color — best deployed as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than a whole-room dominant. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges. Saturated colors amplify lighting effects more than muted ones: warm bulbs deepen and enrich, cool daylight sharpens and slightly cools the same hex.
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Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Nearly identical
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Mystical Powers
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Pale Dawn
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Colors That Work With Tierno
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tierno
#F7E8D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BFC270
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Tierno
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tierno 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 Tierno.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tierno — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Tierno from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tierno are Tangerine Dream by Valspar (a near-identical match), Icy Peach by PPG (a near-identical match), Mystical Powers by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Tierno's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Tierno?
Tierno has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 82.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white. That makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Tierno depends on the room. Here's how to choose.