Lion Cub LD170-02 is a orange paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #DFC09E, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Terra Bella from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DFC09E · LD170-02
Lion Cub
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lion Cub Technical Profile
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Lion Cub in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lion Cub in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzLion Cub
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreTerra Bella
Terra Bella
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Honey Glow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Brownstone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tostada
Behr
Nearly identical
More Cowbell
Valspar
Nearly identical
Terracotta Sand
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
My Love
PPG
Very similar
August Moon
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rustic Peach
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grain .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Oxford Stone
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lion Cub
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lion Cub
#DFC09E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lion Cub
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lion Cub 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
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More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lion Cub — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lion Cub have?
Lion Cub by Kilz has a neutral 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 Lion Cub in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lion Cub from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lion Cub are Terra Bella by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tucson Tan by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Honey Glow by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lion Cub'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 Lion Cub?
Lion Cub has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.9, 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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