Turmeric M290-7 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BC8B08, LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Goldsmith from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BC8B08 · M290-7
Turmeric
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Turmeric Technical Profile
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Turmeric in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Turmeric in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrTurmeric
Very similar
Benjamin MooreGoldsmith
Goldsmith
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Auric
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ambered Maize
Dutch Boy
Very similar
End of the Rainbow
Vista Paint
Very similar
October Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
Ripe Banana
Valspar
Very similar
Honey Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Trading Post
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Yellow Warning
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mecca Gold
PPG
Very similar
Grain .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Turmeric
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Turmeric
#BC8B08
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1C037
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Turmeric
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Turmeric 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 Turmeric.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Turmeric — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Turmeric have?
Turmeric 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 Turmeric in your own space before committing.
What colors match Turmeric from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Turmeric are Goldsmith by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Auric by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Ambered Maize by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Turmeric'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 Turmeric?
Turmeric has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.2, 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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Related Reading
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 Turmeric's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.