Melting Sunset 8002-14C is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #ECB28A, LRV 52 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is November Leaf from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ECB28A · 8002-14C
Melting Sunset
52%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Melting Sunset Technical Profile
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Melting Sunset in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Melting Sunset in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMelting Sunset
Nearly identical
Vista PaintNovember Leaf
November Leaf
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hugs Kisses
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
November Leaf
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pale Ginger
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fresh Praline
Behr
Nearly identical
Georgia Peach
PPG
Nearly identical
Melón Meloso
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Desert Vista
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rusty Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sprout .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Melting Sunset
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Melting Sunset
#ECB28A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C5BD6D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Melting Sunset
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Melting Sunset 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 Melting Sunset.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Melting Sunset — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Melting Sunset have?
Melting Sunset by Valspar 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 Melting Sunset in your own space before committing.
What colors match Melting Sunset from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Melting Sunset are November Leaf by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Hugs Kisses by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), November Leaf by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Melting Sunset'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 Melting Sunset?
Melting Sunset has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Melting Sunset's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.