Lion's Mane 1207-5 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E1B270, LRV 49 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Eye of the Tiger from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E1B270 · 1207-5
Lion's Mane
49%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Lion's Mane Technical Profile
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Lion's Mane in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lion's Mane in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGLion's Mane
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreEye of the Tiger
Eye of the Tiger
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pyramid Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Beyond Earth
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Aged Amber
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tropical Dream
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Tropical Dream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Anjou Pear
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Creamy Orange
Valspar
Nearly identical
Paloma Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lion's Mane
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lion's Mane
#E1B270
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BAC171
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lion's Mane
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lion's Mane 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Lion's Mane.
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's Mane — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lion's Mane have?
Lion's Mane by PPG 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 Lion's Mane in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lion's Mane from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lion's Mane are Eye of the Tiger by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pyramid Gold by Behr (a near-identical match), Pyramid Gold by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lion's Mane'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's Mane?
Lion's Mane has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.0, 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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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 Lion's Mane's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.