Midsummer Gold P280-7 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #EDAD14, 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.
Ref. #EDAD14 · P280-7
Midsummer Gold
48%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Midsummer Gold Technical Profile
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Midsummer Gold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Midsummer Gold in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMidsummer Gold
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sSun Drops
Sun Drops
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Golden Autumn
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Yellow Summer
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Melon Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Goldfinch
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sweet As Honey
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Yellow Marigold
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Golden Flame
Valspar
Very similar
Aspire .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Fall Gold
PPG
Very similar
Aloha
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Midsummer Gold
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Midsummer Gold.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Midsummer Gold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Midsummer Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midsummer Gold are Sun Drops by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Golden Autumn by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Midsummer Gold's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.