Warm Sunlight 118-2DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #F4E9CE, LRV 82 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ylang Ylang from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F4E9CE · 118-2DB
Warm Sunlight
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Warm Sunlight Technical Profile
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Warm Sunlight in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Warm Sunlight in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyWarm Sunlight
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreYlang Ylang
Ylang Ylang
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Spice Delight
PPG
Nearly identical
Misty Mustard
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fresh Zest
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sphere
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wax Poetic
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
New Harvest Moon
Behr
Nearly identical
Veranda Ivory
Valspar
Nearly identical
New White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
White Peony
Kilz
Very similar
Create .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Warm Sunlight
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Warm Sunlight
#F4E9CE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFC072
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Warm Sunlight
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Warm Sunlight 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Warm Sunlight.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Warm Sunlight — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Warm Sunlight have?
Warm Sunlight by Dutch Boy 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 Warm Sunlight in your own space before committing.
What colors match Warm Sunlight from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Warm Sunlight are Ylang Ylang by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Beach Haven by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Simply Irresistible by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Warm Sunlight'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 Warm Sunlight?
Warm Sunlight has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 82.0, 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 Warm Sunlight's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.