Brilliant Amber 161 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E49B51, estimated LRV 38 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Colorado Peach from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #E49B51 · 161
Brilliant Amber
38%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Brilliant Amber Technical Profile
HEX Code#E49B51
RGB228, 155, 81
Estimated LRV37.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Brilliant Amber
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brilliant Amber
#E49B51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C5C66C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brilliant Amber
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brilliant Amber 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
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Brilliant Amber — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brilliant Amber have?
Brilliant Amber by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Brilliant Amber from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brilliant Amber are Colorado Peach by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Saffron Thread by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Pumpkin Pie by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Brilliant Amber'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 Brilliant Amber?
Brilliant Amber has a estimated lightness value of 37.6, 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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