Behr orange paint colors
253 orange paint colors from the Behr Premium / Marquee deck. LRV ranges from 70 (lightest) down to 11 (darkest). Click any swatch to see how it cross-matches at the 10 other US paint brands.
Orange is back — not the saturated 1970s shag-carpet orange, but warm earth tones (terracotta, rust, sienna), soft peach and apricot, and the cult-favorite coral and persimmon shades that designers reach for as a softer alternative to red. The family runs from pale peach near-pinks through warm earth oranges to deep rust and burnt-sienna territory.
All 253 orange paint colors from Behr
Grouped by undertone (warm → cool)Hex values are display approximations from Behr's published swatch tools — not guaranteed to match a physical sample under controlled lighting. Order a brand-direct sample before specifying.
Behr orange paint colors by room
3 roomsRooms where orange paint commonly works. Each link jumps to that room's curated picks across every brand — Behr included — so you can compare Behr orange paint colors alongside the alternatives in context.
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About Behr orange paint colors
The Character Of Behr's Orange Family
Behr's orange deck is wide and varied. Across 217 colors it runs from soft, fruity tints like Delicious Melon (280A-3) to deep, smoky tones like Orange Liqueur (M210-6). The brighter end leans peachy and warm, while the darker end pulls toward terracotta, burnt clay, and roasted spice.
Most of these oranges carry a warm, earthy undertone rather than a loud neon punch. Names like Peach Butter (S-G-310), Autumn Malt (230F-4), and Burnt Pumpkin (M250-5) hint at where the family lives: comfortable, food-warm, and easy to live with. If you want orange that feels grounded instead of jarring, this slice has plenty of room to work.
How To Choose Using LRV
LRV (Light Reflectance Value) tells you how light or dark a color reads on the wall. In this orange slice the range is 11 at the darkest to 70 at the lightest, so you have real control over how bold the room feels. A higher number bounces more light; a lower number soaks it up and reads moody.
For a soft, sunny wall, stay near the top, like Delicious Melon at LRV 70 or Kernel (BIC-29) at LRV 53. For a richer mid-tone with more presence, look at Peach Butter (47) or Dazzle And Delight (MQ1-27) at 38. When you want orange as a deep statement, drop to Sizzling Sunset (P200-6) at 28 or Orange Liqueur at 23, and know those darker tones need good light or they can feel heavy.
Best Rooms And Uses
The lighter peaches and melons are easy wall colors for kitchens, breakfast nooks, and sunrooms where warmth feels natural. Kernel and Peach Butter give a gentle glow without taking over, which makes them friendly in spaces you use every morning. They also flatter wood tones and warm metals.
The deeper oranges work best as accents or in rooms you want to feel cozy and enclosed. Burnt Pumpkin, Sizzling Sunset, and Orange Liqueur are strong as a single feature wall, a front door, a powder room, or built-in shelving. Used on every wall in a small dim room, the darkest tones can close the space in, so test a sample first.
Pairing With Trim, Ceiling, And Coordinating Colors
Warm oranges look cleanest against a soft white trim rather than a stark blue-white. Behr's well-known Swiss Coffee or a creamy off-white keeps the transition gentle, while Ultra Pure White gives a crisper edge if you want contrast. A simple white or barely-warm ceiling lets the wall color stay the star.
For coordinating colors, oranges sit well with warm neutrals, deep greens, and muted blues that cool the room back down. Pair a mid-tone like Autumn Malt with a greige or a soft sage, or let a deep tone like Orange Liqueur play against charcoal or a warm gray such as Behr's Cracked Pepper. Keep one orange as the lead and let the partners stay quieter.
How These Colors Are Sold And Cross-Matched
Behr is sold exclusively at The Home Depot, and every color here is mixed to order. The store tints a base to the exact formula when you buy, so the name and code (like M250-5 or P200-6) are what you bring to the counter. Choose the line by need: Premium Plus for value around $35 a gallon, Marquee near $55 for one-coat coverage, and Dynasty around $65 for the most stain and scuff resistance.
If you already love an orange from another brand, you can usually get close with Behr. Bring a chip or the name and the paint desk can color-match it, and the same works in reverse to recreate a Behr orange elsewhere. The featured Kompozit deck can also be matched against these tones by LRV and undertone, so a peachy Behr like Delicious Melon or a deep Sizzling Sunset can be approximated across brands rather than locking you to one store.
Behr orange paint — frequently asked questions
are behr's orange colors more peachy or more bold?+
Both, depending on where you look in the deck. The lighter end is soft and peachy with colors like Delicious Melon and Peach Butter, while the darker end gets bold and earthy with Burnt Pumpkin, Sizzling Sunset, and Orange Liqueur. Most of the family leans warm and grounded rather than neon.
what does lrv mean when picking an orange?+
LRV is Light Reflectance Value, a number that shows how much light a color bounces back. In this slice it runs from 11 (darkest) to 70 (lightest), so a high number like Delicious Melon at 70 reads bright and airy, and a low number like Orange Liqueur at 23 reads deep and moody. Use it to judge how bold a room will feel before you buy.
which behr orange works best for a whole room versus an accent?+
Lighter tones like Kernel and Peach Butter are easy on full walls because they stay warm without overwhelming the space. Deeper tones like Sizzling Sunset and Orange Liqueur usually look better as a feature wall, front door, or small cozy room. Always test a sample in your own light first.
what trim and ceiling colors go with these oranges?+
A soft white trim like Swiss Coffee keeps warm oranges looking clean and gentle, while Ultra Pure White gives a crisper contrast. A plain white or barely-warm ceiling lets the orange stay the focus. Avoid a cold blue-white trim, which can fight the warmth.
where do i buy behr orange paint and is it pre-made?+
Behr is sold only at The Home Depot, and the colors are mixed to order at the paint desk. You bring the color name and code, they tint the base, and you pick the line, such as Marquee for one-coat coverage or Dynasty for the toughest finish. Nothing is pre-bottled by color.
can i match a behr orange to another brand or the kompozit deck?+
Yes. The Home Depot paint desk can color-match a chip or formula from another brand into a Behr base, and you can recreate a Behr orange elsewhere the same way. The featured Kompozit deck can also be matched by LRV and undertone, so a peachy or deep Behr orange can be approximated across brands.