Habanero LH230 is a orange paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #DC974D, LRV 38 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Saffron Thread from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DC974D · LH230
Habanero
38%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Habanero Technical Profile
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Habanero in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Habanero in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzHabanero
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSaffron Thread
Saffron Thread
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Autumn Beauty
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Brilliant Amber
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Suede Vest
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Impulse
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Golden Meadow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stunning Gold
Behr
Very similar
Roasted Chestnut
Valspar
Very similar
Cornucopia
PPG
Very similar
Petal .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Habanero
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Habanero
#DC974D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1C270
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Habanero
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Habanero 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Habanero.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Habanero — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Habanero have?
Habanero by Kilz 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 Habanero in your own space before committing.
What colors match Habanero from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Habanero are Saffron Thread by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Autumn Beauty by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Brilliant Amber by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Habanero'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 Habanero?
Habanero has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.9, 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 Habanero's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.