Ref. #C7A370 · BXC-70
What color is Fresh Sawdust? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C7A370. Colors similar to Fresh Sawdust include MPC Gold Dust Met., Benjamin Moore Ginger, Benjamin Moore Gingerbread Man. Fresh Sawdust has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Fresh Sawdust depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
MPC
Benjamin Moore
Vista Paint
PPG
Hirshfield's
Sherwin-Williams
Valspar
Kilz
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Side Walls
#C7A370
Accent Wall
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFB47E
Trim & Molding
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Other Behr colors close to Fresh Sawdust.
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fresh Sawdust's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.