ColorplanBenjamin Moore Startling Orange (2016-10) is a deep orange with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 34. For trim, try Whispering Peach (2014-60).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Orange |
| LRV | 33.7 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F47C1B |
| RGB | 244, 124, 27 |
| HSL | 27°, 91%, 53% |
About Startling Orange
Startling Orange (2016-10) is a deep, bold orange from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 34, Startling Orange 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 Startling Orange'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 Orange Burst (2015-20), it's warmer and more colorful.
How Startling Orange changes with the light
Startling Orange 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
Startling Orange's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Startling Orange 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 Startling Orange can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Startling Orange will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Startling Orange in real homes
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Startling Orange 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 11.9
Also close: Persimmon (ΔE 14.5)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 15.7
Also close: Ointment Pink (ΔE 16.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 17.6
Also close: Mars Red (ΔE 19.7)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Startling Orange questions
What undertone does Startling Orange have?
Startling Orange has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Startling Orange's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Startling Orange a light or dark color?
Startling Orange has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 33.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 34, Startling Orange 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 Startling Orange in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Gold Crest SW 6670 (closest available, ΔE 11.9); Farrow & Ball: Charlotte's Locks No.268 (closest available, ΔE 15.7); Behr: Canyon Dusk S210-4 (closest available, ΔE 17.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Startling Orange?
Try Whispering Peach (2014-60) on trim and Sun Washed (2169-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Startling Orange's undertone.
Where does Startling Orange work best?
Startling Orange works well in living rooms, bedrooms and accent walls. With an LRV of 34, Startling Orange 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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