Ref. #FF964D · 270B-5
Melon
44%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Melon Technical Profile
What color is Melon? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #FF964D. Colors similar to Melon include Hirshfield's Cocktail Hour, Benjamin Moore New Dawn, Vista Paint Cocktail Hour. Melon has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 44 gives Melon 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.
Colors Similar to Melon
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Melon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Melon
#FF964D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6CB5C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Melon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Melon 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 Melon.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Melon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Melon have?
Melon by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Melon from other brands?
The closest matches are Cocktail Hour by Hirshfield's (#FD9A52), New Dawn by Benjamin Moore (#F89648), Cocktail Hour by Vista Paint (#FA9B51). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Melon?
Melon has an LRV of 43.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Melon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.