August Morning 2156-40 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #EDB46E, LRV 50 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sunburst from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EDB46E · 2156-40
August Morning
50%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
August Morning Technical Profile
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August Morning in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to August Morning in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAugust Morning
Nearly identical
BehrSunburst
Sunburst
Behr
Nearly identical
Classical Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pommery Mustard
Kilz
Nearly identical
Paloma Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Seville Orange
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sundancer
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bold Butterscotch
PPG
Very similar
Buttered Hazelnut
Valspar
Very similar
Tropical Dream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sprout .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With August Morning
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
August Morning
#EDB46E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4C969
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for August Morning
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
August Morning 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
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More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
August Morning — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does August Morning have?
August Morning by Benjamin Moore 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 August Morning in your own space before committing.
What colors match August Morning from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to August Morning are Sunburst by Behr (a near-identical match), Sunburst by Behr (a near-identical match), Classical Gold by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting August Morning'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 August Morning?
August Morning has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.7, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why August Morning's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.