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Persian Melon
51%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Persian Melon Technical Profile
What color is Persian Melon? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #E7B88A. Colors similar to Persian Melon include Valspar Fragrant Coriander, Sherwin-Williams Gold Vessel, Kilz Antiquarian Brass. Persian Melon has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Persian Melon 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 Persian Melon
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Fragrant Coriander
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gold Vessel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Antiquarian Brass
Kilz
Nearly identical
Apple Turnover
Behr
Nearly identical
Mom's Apple Pie
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Crisp Ecru
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bread Puddling
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rusty Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Persian Melon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Persian Melon
#E7B88A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1C171
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Persian Melon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Persian Melon 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 Persian Melon.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Persian Melon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Persian Melon have?
Persian Melon by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Persian Melon from other brands?
The closest matches are Fragrant Coriander by Valspar (#E7B98B), Gold Vessel by Sherwin-Williams (#EABA8A), Antiquarian Brass by Kilz (#E0B486). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Persian Melon?
Persian Melon has an LRV of 51.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Persian Melon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.