Persimmon 6339 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D9987C, LRV 39 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dazzle And Delight from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9987C · 6339
Persimmon
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Persimmon Technical Profile
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Persimmon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Persimmon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsPersimmon
Nearly identical
BehrDazzle And Delight
Dazzle And Delight
Behr
Nearly identical
Tuscan Tile
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Buttered Salmon
PPG
Nearly identical
Wild Orange
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Venetian Plaster
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sweet Papaya
Kilz
Nearly identical
Trumpet Flower
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Trumpet Flower
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tawny Amber
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Persimmon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Persimmon
#D9987C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBAD77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Persimmon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Persimmon 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 Persimmon.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Persimmon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Persimmon have?
Persimmon by Sherwin-Williams 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 Persimmon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Persimmon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Persimmon are Dazzle And Delight by Behr (a near-identical match), Tuscan Tile by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Buttered Salmon by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Persimmon'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 Persimmon?
Persimmon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.7, 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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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 Persimmon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.