Wave Of Grain S290-7 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #966D32, estimated 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.
Behr · #966D32 · S290-7
Wave Of Grain
21%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Wave Of Grain Technical Profile
HEX Code#966D32
RGB150, 109, 50
Estimated LRV21.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Wave Of Grain
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
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 close digital match), Alloy Bronze by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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