Ref. #FAD9C6 · M220-2
Pumpkin Essence
74%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pumpkin Essence Technical Profile
What color is Pumpkin Essence? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FAD9C6. Colors similar to Pumpkin Essence include Benjamin Moore Pumpkin Mousse, Benjamin Moore Light Salmon, PPG Dreamsicle. Pumpkin Essence has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, Pumpkin Essence reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Pumpkin Essence
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pumpkin Essence
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pumpkin Essence
#FAD9C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CCBF66
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pumpkin Essence
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pumpkin Essence 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 Pumpkin Essence.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pumpkin Essence — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pumpkin Essence have?
Pumpkin Essence by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Pumpkin Essence from other brands?
The closest matches are Pumpkin Mousse by Benjamin Moore (#F8D6C2), Light Salmon by Benjamin Moore (#F7D5C2), Dreamsicle by PPG (#F5D5C2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pumpkin Essence?
Pumpkin Essence has an LRV of 74.0, 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 Pumpkin Essence's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.