Ref. #FFCC61 · K-522
Burnished Sun
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Burnished Sun Technical Profile
What color is Burnished Sun? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFCC61. Colors similar to Burnished Sun include Benjamin Moore Happily Ever After, Behr Mellow Yellow, Benjamin Moore Nacho Cheese. Burnished Sun has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 65, Burnished Sun 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 Burnished Sun
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Burnished Sun
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Burnished Sun
#FFCC61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Burnished Sun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Burnished 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Burnished 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.
Burnished Sun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burnished Sun have?
Burnished Sun by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Burnished Sun from other brands?
The closest matches are Happily Ever After by Benjamin Moore (#FFCA64), Mellow Yellow by Behr (#FFCF5E), Nacho Cheese by Benjamin Moore (#FFD06C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Burnished Sun?
Burnished Sun has an LRV of 65.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Burnished Sun's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.