Ref. #ECB28A · 8002-14C
Melting Sunset
52%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Melting Sunset Technical Profile
What color is Melting Sunset? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #ECB28A. Colors similar to Melting Sunset include Vista Paint November Leaf, Benjamin Moore Hugs Kisses, Hirshfield's November Leaf. Melting Sunset has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 52, Melting Sunset sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Melting Sunset
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Melting Sunset from other brands?
The closest matches are November Leaf by Vista Paint (#EDB48E), Hugs Kisses by Benjamin Moore (#EFB085), November Leaf by Hirshfield's (#F1B690). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Melting Sunset?
Melting Sunset has an LRV of 51.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.