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Brilliant Amber
38%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Brilliant Amber Technical Profile
What color is Brilliant Amber? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #E49B51. Colors similar to Brilliant Amber include Dunn-Edwards Colorado Peach, Sherwin-Williams Saffron Thread, Dunn-Edwards Pumpkin Pie. Brilliant Amber has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 38 gives Brilliant Amber depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Brilliant Amber
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brilliant Amber
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Brilliant Amber.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brilliant Amber — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brilliant Amber have?
Brilliant Amber by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Brilliant Amber from other brands?
The closest matches are Colorado Peach by Dunn-Edwards (#E6994C), Saffron Thread by Sherwin-Williams (#DF984E), Pumpkin Pie by Dunn-Edwards (#E99E56). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Brilliant Amber?
Brilliant Amber has an LRV of 37.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brilliant Amber's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.