Glittering Sun MQ2-17 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D2AB75, LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Banana Nut from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D2AB75 · MQ2-17
Glittering Sun
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Glittering Sun Technical Profile
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Glittering Sun in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Glittering Sun in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGlittering Sun
Nearly identical
KilzBanana Nut
Banana Nut
Kilz
Nearly identical
Drops Of Honey
PPG
Nearly identical
Golden Fleece
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Goby Desert
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ambitious
Valspar
Nearly identical
Goby Desert
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Camel Back
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Root Beer Float
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cork Board
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grain .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sand Yellow
RAL
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Glittering Sun
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glittering Sun
#D2AB75
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glittering Sun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glittering Sun Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Glittering Sun.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Glittering Sun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Glittering Sun have?
Glittering Sun by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Glittering Sun in your own space before committing.
What colors match Glittering Sun from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Glittering Sun are Banana Nut by Kilz (a near-identical match), Golden Compass by Kilz (a near-identical match), Drops Of Honey by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Glittering Sun's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Glittering Sun?
Glittering Sun has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Glittering Sun's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.