Marmalade 2016-40 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FFBB72, LRV 56 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spiced Nectarine from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFBB72 · 2016-40
Marmalade
56%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Marmalade Technical Profile
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Marmalade in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Marmalade in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMarmalade
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSpiced Nectarine
Spiced Nectarine
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Juicy Cantaloupe
PPG
Nearly identical
Sweet Michelle
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Yellow Polka Dot
Behr
Nearly identical
Jovial Orange
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Orange Toffee
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sprout .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Mango Madness
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Papaya
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Butterscotch Sauce
Kilz
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Marmalade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Marmalade
#FFBB72
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D4D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Marmalade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Marmalade 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 Marmalade.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Marmalade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marmalade have?
Marmalade 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 Marmalade in your own space before committing.
What colors match Marmalade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Marmalade are Spiced Nectarine by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Juicy Cantaloupe by PPG (a near-identical match), Sweet Michelle by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Marmalade'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 Marmalade?
Marmalade has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Marmalade's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.