Sharp Cheddar 2017-20 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FD941F, LRV 39 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Monarch Wing from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FD941F · 2017-20
Sharp Cheddar
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sharp Cheddar Technical Profile
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Sharp Cheddar in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sharp Cheddar in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSharp Cheddar
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMonarch Wing
Monarch Wing
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Orange Fruit
Valspar
Nearly identical
Orange Jewel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Goldfish
Behr
Very similar
Zambia
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Monarch Wing
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bittersweet Orange
Kilz
Very similar
Jack O Lantern
PPG
Very similar
Create .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Osage Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Luminous Bright Orange
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sharp Cheddar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sharp Cheddar
#FD941F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D2D55D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sharp Cheddar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sharp Cheddar 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 Sharp Cheddar.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sharp Cheddar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sharp Cheddar have?
Sharp Cheddar 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 Sharp Cheddar in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sharp Cheddar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sharp Cheddar are Monarch Wing by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Zambia by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Orange Fruit by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sharp Cheddar'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 Sharp Cheddar?
Sharp Cheddar has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sharp Cheddar's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.