Amber 168 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C68341, LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Butterscotch Glaze from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C68341 · 168
Amber
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Amber Technical Profile
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Amber in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Amber in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAmber
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sButterscotch Glaze
Butterscotch Glaze
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Butterscotch Glaze
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ginger Beer
PPG
Nearly identical
Tassel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Melted Copper
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Fancy Suede
Valspar
Very similar
Bar of Gold
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Butter Rum
Behr
Very similar
Golden Sunrise
Kilz
Very similar
Deep Orange
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amber
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amber
#C68341
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BABA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Amber
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amber 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Amber.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amber — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amber have?
Amber by Benjamin Moore 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 Amber in your own space before committing.
What colors match Amber from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Amber are Butterscotch Glaze by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Butterscotch Glaze by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Ginger Beer by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Amber'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 Amber?
Amber has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.6, 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 Amber's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.