ColorplanBenjamin Moore Sweet Orange (2017-40) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 61. For trim, try Parchment (OC-78).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 61.4 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #FFC36F |
| RGB | 255, 195, 111 |
| HSL | 35°, 100%, 72% |
About Sweet Orange
Sweet Orange (2017-40) is a light, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 61, Sweet Orange has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sweet 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 kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. Next to Fresh Fruit (153), it's warmer and more colorful.
How Sweet Orange changes with the light
Sweet 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
Sweet Orange's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Sweet 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 Sweet Orange can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Sweet Orange will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Sweet Orange in real homes
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Sweet 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 6.8
Also close: Compatible Cream (ΔE 9.5)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.2
Also close: Babouche (ΔE 6.9)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 7.7
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 9.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Sweet Orange questions
What undertone does Sweet Orange have?
Sweet Orange has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sweet Orange's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Sweet Orange a light or dark color?
Sweet Orange has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 61.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 61, Sweet Orange has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Sweet Orange in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jonquil SW 6674 (closest available, ΔE 6.8); Farrow & Ball: Orangery No.70 (closest available, ΔE 6.2); Behr: Lemon Sorbet 330B-6 (closest available, ΔE 7.7). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Sweet Orange?
Try Parchment (OC-78) on trim and Whitewater Bay (OC-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Sweet Orange's undertone.
Where does Sweet Orange work best?
Sweet Orange works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 61, Sweet Orange has visible color without darkening a room much.
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