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Early Sunset
77%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Early Sunset Technical Profile
What color is Early Sunset? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F1E5DD. Colors similar to Early Sunset include PPG Winter Wedding, Hirshfield's Merlins Beard, PPG Champagne Ice. Early Sunset has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 77, Early Sunset reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Early Sunset
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Winter Wedding
PPG
Nearly identical
Merlins Beard
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Seashore Bud
Valspar
Nearly identical
Turkish Towel
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spooled White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Heirloom Lace
Behr
Nearly identical
Intimate White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Family Heirloom
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Early Sunset
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Early Sunset
#F1E5DD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3AD80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Early Sunset
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Early 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 Early 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.
Early Sunset — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Early Sunset have?
Early Sunset by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Early Sunset from other brands?
The closest matches are Winter Wedding by PPG (#F1E4DC), Merlins Beard by Hirshfield's (#EFE2D9), Champagne Ice by PPG (#F3E5DC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Early Sunset?
Early Sunset has an LRV of 77.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Early Sunset's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.