Startling Orange 2016-10 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F57D1C, LRV 34 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orange you Happy? from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F57D1C · 2016-10
Startling Orange
34%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Startling Orange Technical Profile
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Startling Orange in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Startling Orange in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreStartling Orange
Nearly identical
Vista PaintOrange you Happy?
Orange you Happy?
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Orange you Happy?
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Deep Orange
RAL
Nearly identical
Outback Orange
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Joyful Orange
Behr
Very similar
Navel
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bright Mango
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Liger
Kilz
Very similar
Pumpkin Custard
Valspar
Very similar
Pumpkin Patch
PPG
Very similar
Create .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Startling Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Startling Orange
#F57D1C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D1CB61
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Startling Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Startling Orange 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 Startling Orange.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Startling Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Startling Orange have?
Startling Orange 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 Startling Orange in your own space before committing.
What colors match Startling Orange from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Startling Orange are Orange you Happy? by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Orange you Happy? by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Deep Orange by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Startling Orange'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 Startling Orange?
Startling Orange has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.2, 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 Startling Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.