ColorplanBenjamin Moore Sweet Melon (121) is a light beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 73. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Jersey Cream (SW 6379), Farrow & Ball Dorset Cream (No.68) and Behr Butter Cookie (ICC-41). For trim, try Pink Damask (OC-72).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 72.7 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #FBD8AE |
| RGB | 251, 216, 174 |
| HSL | 33°, 91%, 83% |
About Sweet Melon
Sweet Melon (121) is a light, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 73, Sweet Melon reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sweet Melon's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. It's very close to Tangerine Mist (129); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Sweet Melon changes with the light
Sweet Melon 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
Sweet Melon's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Sweet Melon 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 Sweet Melon can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Sweet Melon will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Sweet Melon in real homes
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Sweet Melon 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
Close · ΔE 4.0
Also close: Compatible Cream (ΔE 4.0)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 4.5
Also close: Farrow's Cream (ΔE 6.1)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Sweet Melon questions
What undertone does Sweet Melon have?
Sweet Melon has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sweet Melon's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Sweet Melon a light or dark color?
Sweet Melon has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 72.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 73, Sweet Melon reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Sweet Melon in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jersey Cream SW 6379 (close, ΔE 4.0); Farrow & Ball: Dorset Cream No.68 (close, ΔE 4.5); Behr: Butter Cookie ICC-41 (very close, ΔE 1.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Sweet Melon?
Try Pink Damask (OC-72) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Sweet Melon's undertone.
Where does Sweet Melon work best?
Sweet Melon works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 73, Sweet Melon reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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