Monarch Wing 2008-1A is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F99F3B, LRV 45 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carotene from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F99F3B · 2008-1A
Monarch Wing
45%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Monarch Wing Technical Profile
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Monarch Wing in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Monarch Wing in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMonarch Wing
Nearly identical
PPGCarotene
Carotene
PPG
Nearly identical
Osage Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tangelo
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Squash
Behr
Very similar
O'Brien Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Tangelo Anna
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sun Filled Day
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bittersweet Orange
Kilz
Very similar
Zambia
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Luminous Bright Orange
RAL
Very similar
Create .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Monarch Wing
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Monarch Wing
#F99F3B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D0D35F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Monarch Wing
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Monarch Wing 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 Monarch Wing.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Monarch Wing — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Monarch Wing have?
Monarch Wing 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 Monarch Wing in your own space before committing.
What colors match Monarch Wing from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Monarch Wing are Carotene by PPG (a near-identical match), Osage Orange by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Tangelo by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Monarch Wing'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 Monarch Wing?
Monarch Wing has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.3, 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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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 Monarch Wing's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.