Winter Melon 093 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FBE3C9, LRV 75 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orange Mist from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FBE3C9 · 093
Winter Melon
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Winter Melon Technical Profile
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Winter Melon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Winter Melon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreWinter Melon
Nearly identical
ValsparOrange Mist
Orange Mist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pale Blossom
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Kansas Grain
Behr
Nearly identical
Pale Blossom
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Victorian Charm
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Satin Blush
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Peach Powder
PPG
Nearly identical
Impressive Ivory
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lace Gloves
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tallow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Create .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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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.
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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 sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Winter Melon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Winter Melon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Winter Melon are Orange Mist by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pale Blossom by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Kansas Grain by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Winter Melon'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 Winter Melon?
Winter Melon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 75.3, 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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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.