Melon Popsicle 2016-50 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FFD9A7, estimated LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Iced Tea from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #FFD9A7 · 2016-50
Melon Popsicle
71%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Melon Popsicle Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFD9A7
RGB255, 217, 167
Estimated LRV70.7
UndertoneNeutral
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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Colors That Work With Melon Popsicle
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Melon Popsicle
#FFD9A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CED65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Melon Popsicle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Melon Popsicle 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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Melon Popsicle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Melon Popsicle have?
Melon Popsicle by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Melon Popsicle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Melon Popsicle are Iced Tea by Valspar (a close digital match), Fresh Apricot by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Peach Glow by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Melon Popsicle'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 Melon Popsicle?
Melon Popsicle has a estimated lightness value of 70.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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