Citrus Blast 2018-30 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FFB32A, estimated LRV 52 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lemon Whisper from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #FFB32A · 2018-30
Citrus Blast
52%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Citrus Blast Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFB32A
RGB255, 179, 42
Estimated LRV51.7
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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Compare alternatives to Citrus Blast
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Lemon Whisper
Vista Paint
#FFB428
Close digital match
Soft Boiled
Behr
#FFAF1E
Close digital match
Morning Sunrise
Valspar
#FFB234
Close digital match
Lemon Whisper
Hirshfield's
#FFB10D
Close digital match
Gusto Gold
Sherwin-Williams
#F8AC1D
Close digital match
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#F8AC1D
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#FFBA38
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#FFAF37
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Colors That Work With Citrus Blast
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citrus Blast
#FFB32A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C5D65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citrus Blast
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citrus Blast 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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Citrus Blast — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citrus Blast have?
Citrus Blast 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 Citrus Blast from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citrus Blast are Lemon Whisper by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Soft Boiled by Behr (a close digital match), Morning Sunrise by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Citrus Blast'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 Citrus Blast?
Citrus Blast has a estimated lightness value of 51.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Citrus Blast's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.