Turmeric 2160-20 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BB8845, LRV 27 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pumpkin Squash from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BB8845 · 2160-20
Turmeric
27%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Turmeric Technical Profile
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Turmeric in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Turmeric in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreTurmeric
Nearly identical
ValsparPumpkin Squash
Pumpkin Squash
Valspar
Nearly identical
Golden Slumber
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Farmhouse Ochre
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Millionaire
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Golden Leaf
Behr
Nearly identical
Fall Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
Cider Toddy
PPG
Very similar
Bosc Pear
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tamed Lyon
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wood .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Turmeric
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Turmeric
#BB8845
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2B57D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Turmeric
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Turmeric 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 Turmeric.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Turmeric — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Turmeric have?
Turmeric by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Turmeric in your own space before committing.
What colors match Turmeric from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Turmeric are Pumpkin Squash by Valspar (a near-identical match), Golden Slumber by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Antiquarian Gold by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Turmeric'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 Turmeric?
Turmeric has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.6, 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 Turmeric's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.