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Eye of the Tiger
47%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Eye of the Tiger Technical Profile
What color is Eye of the Tiger? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #E4B370. Colors similar to Eye of the Tiger include PPG Lion's Mane, PPG Bold Butterscotch, Behr Pyramid Gold. Eye of the Tiger has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 47 gives Eye of the Tiger depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Eye of the Tiger
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Lion's Mane
PPG
Nearly identical
Pyramid Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Pommery Mustard
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tropical Dream
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Classical Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tropical Dream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Paloma Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pirate's Treasure
Valspar
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Eye of the Tiger
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Eye of the Tiger
#E4B370
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BCC36F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Eye of the Tiger
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Eye of the Tiger 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 Eye of the Tiger.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Eye of the Tiger — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Eye of the Tiger have?
Eye of the Tiger by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Eye of the Tiger from other brands?
The closest matches are Lion's Mane by PPG (#E1B270), Bold Butterscotch by PPG (#E6B570), Pyramid Gold by Behr (#E6B473). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Eye of the Tiger?
Eye of the Tiger has an LRV of 46.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Eye of the Tiger's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.