Ref. #FBE3C9 · 093
Winter Melon
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Winter Melon Technical Profile
What color is Winter Melon? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FBE3C9. Colors similar to Winter Melon include Valspar Orange Mist, Vista Paint Pale Blossom, Behr Kansas Grain. Winter Melon has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Winter Melon reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Winter Melon
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Orange Mist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pale Blossom
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Kansas Grain
Behr
Nearly identical
Pale Blossom
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Satin Blush
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Impressive Ivory
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lace Gloves
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cheddar Corn
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Winter Melon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Winter Melon
#FBE3C9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CCCE64
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Winter Melon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Winter Melon 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 Winter Melon.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Winter Melon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Winter Melon have?
Winter Melon by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Winter Melon from other brands?
The closest matches are Orange Mist by Valspar (#FCE4CA), Pale Blossom by Vista Paint (#FDE4CA), Kansas Grain by Behr (#FEE7CD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Winter Melon?
Winter Melon has an LRV of 75.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Winter Melon's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.