September Sun QE-19 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FCD5A2, LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lil' Bit Orange from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FCD5A2 · QE-19
September Sun
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
September Sun Technical Profile
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September Sun in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to September Sun in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSeptember Sun
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyLil' Bit Orange
Lil' Bit Orange
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Asbury Sand
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fresh Apricot
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Iced Tea
Valspar
Nearly identical
Endearment
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Starburst
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ginger Peach
PPG
Nearly identical
Honey Blush
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cottage Yellow
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dorset Cream
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grain .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With September Sun
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
September Sun
#FCD5A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CBD260
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for September Sun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
September 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 September 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.
September Sun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does September Sun have?
September 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 September Sun in your own space before committing.
What colors match September Sun from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to September Sun are Lil' Bit Orange by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Asbury Sand by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fresh Apricot by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting September 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 September Sun?
September Sun has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 70.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 September Sun's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.