Hubbard Squash 44 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #E9BF8C, LRV 57 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kidskin Buff from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E9BF8C · 44
Hubbard Squash
57%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Hubbard Squash Technical Profile
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Hubbard Squash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hubbard Squash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsHubbard Squash
Nearly identical
ValsparKidskin Buff
Kidskin Buff
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dreamy Gold
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Apple Turnover
Behr
Nearly identical
Golden Mist
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Regency Cream
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Citrus Spice
Kilz
Very similar
Bag of Gold
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Amberwave
PPG
Very similar
Bag of Gold
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hubbard Squash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hubbard Squash
#E9BF8C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BFC36F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hubbard Squash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hubbard Squash 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Hubbard Squash.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hubbard Squash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hubbard Squash have?
Hubbard Squash by Sherwin-Williams 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 Hubbard Squash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hubbard Squash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hubbard Squash are Kidskin Buff by Valspar (a near-identical match), Homeward Bound by Valspar (a near-identical match), Dreamy Gold by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hubbard Squash'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 Hubbard Squash?
Hubbard Squash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.5, 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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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 Hubbard Squash's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.