Desert Sunset 2155-10 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D78B1B, LRV 31 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bonfire Glow from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D78B1B · 2155-10
Desert Sunset
31%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Desert Sunset Technical Profile
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Desert Sunset in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Desert Sunset in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDesert Sunset
Nearly identical
ValsparBonfire Glow
Bonfire Glow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Curry
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Curried Orange
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sweet Mustard
Behr
Very similar
Curry Flurry
Vista Paint
Very similar
Petal .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Child of the Moon
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sunlit Topaz
PPG
Very similar
Vintage Find
Kilz
Visible difference
Sun Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Desert Sunset
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Sunset
#D78B1B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBC560
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Desert Sunset
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert Sunset 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 Desert Sunset.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Desert Sunset — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Sunset have?
Desert Sunset 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 Desert Sunset in your own space before committing.
What colors match Desert Sunset from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Desert Sunset are Bonfire Glow by Valspar (a near-identical match), Curry by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Curried Orange by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Desert Sunset'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 Desert Sunset?
Desert Sunset has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Desert Sunset's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.