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Groundhog Day
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Groundhog Day Technical Profile
What color is Groundhog Day? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D9BBA6. Colors similar to Groundhog Day include Valspar Mesa Sand, PPG Cinnamon Ice, Sherwin-Williams Classic Sand. Groundhog Day has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Groundhog Day sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Groundhog Day
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Groundhog Day
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Groundhog Day
#D9BBA6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2AD80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Groundhog Day
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Groundhog Day 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 Groundhog Day.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Groundhog Day — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Groundhog Day have?
Groundhog Day by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Groundhog Day from other brands?
The closest matches are Mesa Sand by Valspar (#DCBDA7), Cinnamon Ice by PPG (#DBBBA7), Classic Sand by Sherwin-Williams (#D6BCAA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Groundhog Day?
Groundhog Day has an LRV of 50.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Groundhog Day's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.