Beeswax 2157-40 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #EFB884, LRV 52 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coral Spice from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EFB884 · 2157-40
Beeswax
52%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Beeswax in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Beeswax in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBeeswax
Nearly identical
PPGCoral Spice
Coral Spice
PPG
Nearly identical
Orange Taffy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mom's Apple Pie
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Eastern Amber
Behr
Nearly identical
Surprise Amber
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Crisp Ecru
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Rusty Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mom’s Apple Pie
Vista Paint
Very similar
Butterscotch Sauce
Kilz
Very similar
Sprout .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Beeswax
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Beeswax
#EFB884
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C8C76A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Beeswax
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Beeswax 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 Beeswax.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Beeswax — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Beeswax have?
Beeswax 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 Beeswax in your own space before committing.
What colors match Beeswax from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Beeswax are Coral Spice by PPG (a near-identical match), Orange Taffy by Valspar (a near-identical match), Mom's Apple Pie by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Beeswax'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 Beeswax?
Beeswax has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Beeswax's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.