Ripe Melon 2002-1C is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F8A47E, estimated LRV 48 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coral Silk from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #F8A47E · 2002-1C
Ripe Melon
48%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ripe Melon Technical Profile
HEX Code#F8A47E
RGB248, 164, 126
Estimated LRV48.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Ripe Melon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ripe Melon
#F8A47E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D0BB62
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ripe Melon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ripe Melon 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
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Ripe Melon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ripe Melon have?
Ripe Melon by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Ripe Melon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ripe Melon are Coral Silk by PPG (a close digital match), Coral Silk by PPG (a close digital match), Peach Punch by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ripe Melon'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 Ripe Melon?
Ripe Melon has a estimated lightness value of 48.0, 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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