Ref. #FBE7C6 · 3004-6C
Evening Sun
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Evening Sun Technical Profile
What color is Evening Sun? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FBE7C6. Colors similar to Evening Sun include Benjamin Moore Soft Beige, Behr Light Nougat, Behr Candlewick. Evening Sun has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Evening Sun 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 Evening Sun
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Soft Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Light Nougat
Behr
Nearly identical
Tea Light
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gold of Midas
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Washed In Light
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Barely Peach
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Walnut Cream
Kilz
Nearly identical
Create .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Evening Sun
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Evening Sun
#FBE7C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1CE64
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Evening Sun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Evening Sun 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Evening Sun.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Evening Sun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Evening Sun have?
Evening Sun by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Evening Sun from other brands?
The closest matches are Soft Beige by Benjamin Moore (#FCE8C6), Light Nougat by Behr (#FCE8C8), Candlewick by Behr (#F8E4C2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Evening Sun?
Evening Sun has an LRV of 81.7, 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 Evening Sun's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.