Semolina 2155-40 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F5C46C, estimated LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Retriever from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #F5C46C · 2155-40
Semolina
56%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Semolina Technical Profile
HEX Code#F5C46C
RGB245, 196, 108
Estimated LRV56.3
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Semolina
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Semolina
#F5C46C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BFCE64
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Semolina
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Semolina 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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Semolina — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Semolina have?
Semolina 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 Semolina from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Semolina are Golden Retriever by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Xanthous by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), June Day by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Semolina'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 Semolina?
Semolina has a estimated lightness value of 56.3, 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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