ColorplanBenjamin Moore Desert Sunset (2155-10) is a deep orange with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 33. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Gold Crest (SW 6670). For trim, try Tudor Cream (2157-60).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Orange |
| LRV | 32.5 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #D68A1A |
| RGB | 214, 138, 26 |
| HSL | 36°, 78%, 47% |
About Desert Sunset
Desert Sunset (2155-10) is a deep, bold orange from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 33, Desert Sunset absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Desert Sunset's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for living rooms, bedrooms and accent walls. Next to Gold Mine (2155-20), it's darker.
How Desert Sunset changes with the light
Desert Sunset has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Desert Sunset's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Desert Sunset will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Desert Sunset can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Desert Sunset will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Desert Sunset in real homes
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Desert Sunset equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 9.8
Also close: Cane (ΔE 11.5)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 16.7
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 18.0)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Desert Sunset questions
What undertone does Desert Sunset have?
Desert Sunset has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Desert Sunset's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Desert Sunset a light or dark color?
Desert Sunset has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 32.5 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 33, Desert Sunset absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Desert Sunset in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Gold Crest SW 6670 (close, ΔE 4.3); Farrow & Ball: India Yellow No.66 (closest available, ΔE 9.8); Behr: Canyon Dusk S210-4 (closest available, ΔE 16.7). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Desert Sunset?
Try Tudor Cream (2157-60) on trim and Fondant (AF-255) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Desert Sunset's undertone.
Where does Desert Sunset work best?
Desert Sunset works well in living rooms, bedrooms and accent walls. With an LRV of 33, Desert Sunset absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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