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Grand Canyon
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Grand Canyon Technical Profile
What color is Grand Canyon? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #DE9E66. Colors similar to Grand Canyon include Valspar Toffee Cream, Dunn-Edwards Apple Cider, Hirshfield's Spice Cookie. Grand Canyon has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 39 gives Grand Canyon depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Grand Canyon
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grand Canyon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grand Canyon
#DE9E66
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C0BE72
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grand Canyon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grand Canyon 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Grand Canyon.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grand Canyon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grand Canyon have?
Grand Canyon by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Grand Canyon from other brands?
The closest matches are Toffee Cream by Valspar (#DD9C62), Apple Cider by Dunn-Edwards (#DA995F), Spice Cookie by Hirshfield's (#D89D6B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Grand Canyon?
Grand Canyon has an LRV of 38.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Grand Canyon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.