Semolina 2155-40 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F5C46C, 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.
Ref. #F5C46C · 2155-40
Semolina
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Semolina Technical Profile
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Semolina in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Semolina in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSemolina
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsGolden Retriever
Golden Retriever
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Xanthous
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
June Day
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Yukon Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Sassy Yellow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sunday Afternoon
Behr
Nearly identical
Sassy Yellow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Maple Taffy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Halo Gold
Kilz
Very similar
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Aspire .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Semolina
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Semolina.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Semolina — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Semolina have?
Semolina by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Semolina in your own space before committing.
What colors match Semolina from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Semolina are Golden Retriever by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Xanthous by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), June Day by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Semolina's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.