Wave Of Grain S290-7 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #966D32, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sconce Gold from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #966D32 · S290-7
Wave Of Grain
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Wave Of Grain Technical Profile
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Wave Of Grain in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wave Of Grain in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrWave Of Grain
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSconce Gold
Sconce Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Alloy Bronze
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Golden Mist
Vista Paint
Very similar
Retrofit
Valspar
Very similar
Hearth Gold
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Flea Market
Kilz
Very similar
Golden Bark
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rich and Rare
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Chewy Caramel
PPG
Very similar
Ochre Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wave Of Grain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wave Of Grain
#966D32
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CA358
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wave Of Grain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wave Of Grain 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 Wave Of Grain.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wave Of Grain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wave Of Grain have?
Wave Of Grain 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 Wave Of Grain in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wave Of Grain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wave Of Grain are Sconce Gold by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Alloy Bronze by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Golden Mist by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Wave Of Grain'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 Wave Of Grain?
Wave Of Grain has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wave Of Grain's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.