ColorplanBenjamin Moore New Dawn (133) is a mid-tone orange with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 42. For trim, try Peach Nectar (2168-60).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Orange |
| LRV | 41.7 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F79547 |
| RGB | 247, 149, 71 |
| HSL | 27°, 92%, 62% |
About New Dawn
New Dawn (133) is a mid-tone, bold orange from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 42, New Dawn has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down New Dawn'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 Carrot Stick (2016-30), it's cooler and more muted.
How New Dawn changes with the light
New Dawn 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
New Dawn's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
New Dawn 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 New Dawn can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
New Dawn will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See New Dawn in real homes
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New Dawn 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.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 8.6
Also close: Persimmon (ΔE 11.8)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 11.7
Also close: Fowler Pink (ΔE 12.0)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 14.6
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 18.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
New Dawn questions
What undertone does New Dawn have?
New Dawn has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down New Dawn's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is New Dawn a light or dark color?
New Dawn has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 41.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 42, New Dawn has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to New Dawn in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Gold Crest SW 6670 (closest available, ΔE 8.6); Farrow & Ball: Orangery No.70 (closest available, ΔE 11.7); Behr: Canyon Dusk S210-4 (closest available, ΔE 14.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with New Dawn?
Try Peach Nectar (2168-60) on trim and Soft White (2170-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share New Dawn's undertone.
Where does New Dawn work best?
New Dawn works well in living rooms, bedrooms and accent walls. With an LRV of 42, New Dawn has visible color without darkening a room much.
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