Sonnet AF-55 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E4DCCE, LRV 72 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is White Sesame from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E4DCCE · AF-55
Sonnet
72%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sonnet Technical Profile
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Sonnet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sonnet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSonnet
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsWhite Sesame
White Sesame
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Canvased
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Vintage Linen
Behr
Nearly identical
Cream in my Coffee
Valspar
Nearly identical
Herare White
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
School House White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cappuccino White
PPG
Nearly identical
Herare White
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Stucco Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Old Lace
Kilz
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sonnet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sonnet
#E4DCCE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sonnet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sonnet 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 Sonnet.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sonnet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sonnet have?
Sonnet 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 Sonnet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sonnet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sonnet are White Sesame by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Canvased by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Pacer White by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sonnet'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 Sonnet?
Sonnet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 72.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sonnet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.