Sesame PMD-79 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D0A678, LRV 42 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Roxbury Caramel from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D0A678 · PMD-79
Sesame
42%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sesame Technical Profile
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Sesame in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sesame in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSesame
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreRoxbury Caramel
Roxbury Caramel
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Vintage Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Toast
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Outback
PPG
Nearly identical
Buckskin Pony
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Toast
Vista Paint
Very similar
Butterscotch Drop
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Banana Nut
Kilz
Very similar
Root Beer Float
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sesame
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sesame
#D0A678
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5B77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sesame
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sesame 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 Sesame.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sesame — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sesame have?
Sesame 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 Sesame in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sesame from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sesame are Roxbury Caramel by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Vintage Gold by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Cinnamon Toast by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sesame'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 Sesame?
Sesame has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.0, 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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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 Sesame's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.