Wild Ginger M270-7 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B27C27, LRV 27 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caterpillar Yellow from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B27C27 · M270-7
Wild Ginger
27%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Wild Ginger Technical Profile
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Wild Ginger in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wild Ginger in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrWild Ginger
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCaterpillar Yellow
Caterpillar Yellow
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cider Toddy
PPG
Very similar
Millionaire
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Caramel Corn
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Waxen Moon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Nankeen
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pumpkin Squash
Valspar
Very similar
Golden Slumber
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fall Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
Wood .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Honey Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wild Ginger
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wild Ginger
#B27C27
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB557
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wild Ginger
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wild Ginger 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 Wild Ginger.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wild Ginger — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wild Ginger have?
Wild Ginger 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 Wild Ginger in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wild Ginger from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wild Ginger are Caterpillar Yellow by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Cider Toddy by PPG (a very close match), Bronzed Tan by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Wild Ginger'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 Wild Ginger?
Wild Ginger has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.0, 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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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 Wild Ginger's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.