Pumpkin Blush 2156-20 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CD802E, LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mandarin Grove from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CD802E · 2156-20
Pumpkin Blush
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pumpkin Blush Technical Profile
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Pumpkin Blush in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pumpkin Blush in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePumpkin Blush
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMandarin Grove
Mandarin Grove
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Marigold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Candied Orange
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Flame
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ginger Beer
PPG
Very similar
Acorn
Behr
Very similar
Mexican Spirit
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sweet and Sour
Valspar
Very similar
Vintage Find
Kilz
Visible difference
Deep Orange
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pumpkin Blush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pumpkin Blush
#CD802E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BDBF6F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pumpkin Blush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pumpkin Blush 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 Pumpkin Blush.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pumpkin Blush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pumpkin Blush have?
Pumpkin Blush 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 Pumpkin Blush in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pumpkin Blush from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pumpkin Blush are Mandarin Grove by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Marigold by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Mexican Spirit by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pumpkin Blush'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 Pumpkin Blush?
Pumpkin Blush has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pumpkin Blush's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.