Midsummer Gold P280-7 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EDAD14, estimated LRV 48 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sun Drops from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #EDAD14 · P280-7
Midsummer Gold
48%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Midsummer Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#EDAD14
RGB237, 173, 20
Estimated LRV47.9
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Midsummer Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midsummer Gold
#EDAD14
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8CD65
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midsummer Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midsummer Gold 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
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Midsummer Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midsummer Gold have?
Midsummer Gold by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Midsummer Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midsummer Gold are Sun Drops by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Golden Autumn by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Sun Drops by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Midsummer Gold'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 Midsummer Gold?
Midsummer Gold has a estimated lightness value of 47.9, 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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