Outer Banks 1206 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DDB8A0, LRV 52 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Beech Nut from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DDB8A0 · 1206
Outer Banks
52%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Outer Banks Technical Profile
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Outer Banks in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Outer Banks in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreOuter Banks
Nearly identical
BehrBeech Nut
Beech Nut
Behr
Nearly identical
Sand Dunes
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Field of Wheat
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Ice
PPG
Nearly identical
Crushed Shell
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mojave Sunset
Valspar
Nearly identical
Warming Peach
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Face of Innocence
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tiny Calf
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Setting Plaster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Outer Banks
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Outer Banks
#DDB8A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6B07C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Outer Banks
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Outer Banks 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 Outer Banks.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Outer Banks — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Outer Banks have?
Outer Banks 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 Outer Banks in your own space before committing.
What colors match Outer Banks from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Outer Banks are Beech Nut by Behr (a near-identical match), Sand Dunes by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Coral Bay by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Outer Banks'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 Outer Banks?
Outer Banks has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.2, 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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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 Outer Banks's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.