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Lantern Light
76%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lantern Light Technical Profile
What color is Lantern Light? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F4E1AE. Colors similar to Lantern Light include Benjamin Moore Traditional Yellow, Kilz Bartlett, Benjamin Moore Sundress. Lantern Light has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 76, Lantern Light 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 Lantern Light
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lantern Light
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lantern Light
#F4E1AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2C86A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lantern Light
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lantern Light 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Lantern Light.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lantern Light — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lantern Light have?
Lantern Light by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Lantern Light from other brands?
The closest matches are Traditional Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#F7E2AB), Bartlett by Kilz (#F3E3B1), Sundress by Benjamin Moore (#F9E5B3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lantern Light?
Lantern Light has an LRV of 76.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lantern Light's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.