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August Sunrise

Benjamin Moore · 030

The Analysis

August Sunrise is a soft, warm peach that brightens a room by reflecting light with a subtle glow. With an LRV of 60.18, it is bright enough to make smaller spaces feel open without being overwhelming or neon.

This functions best as a main wall color in rooms where you want a friendly, approachable feel. Because it is highly saturated, it serves as a warm anchor for a room rather than a neutral backdrop.

LRV 60

History & Origin

This hue leans modern and fresh, moving away from the stark grays of the last decade. It draws inspiration from contemporary palettes that prioritize warmth and personality over cold minimalism.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

It pairs beautifully with light oak or walnut wood tones and matte black hardware to ground the sweetness. Use it in kitchens or breakfast nooks, and avoid rooms with heavy red or orange undertones in the flooring to keep the palette balanced.

The Mood

This color creates a cheerful, optimistic atmosphere that feels welcoming rather than clinical. It is an energizing shade that wakes up a space, making it a great choice for areas where you want to feel productive or social.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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