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Orange Appeal
44%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Orange Appeal Technical Profile
What color is Orange Appeal? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #EEA869. Colors similar to Orange Appeal include Behr Arizona, Vista Paint Taste of Summer, Valspar Toasted Honey. Orange Appeal has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 44 gives Orange Appeal 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 Orange Appeal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Orange Appeal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Orange Appeal
#EEA869
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CAC768
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Orange Appeal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Orange Appeal 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 Orange Appeal.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Orange Appeal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orange Appeal have?
Orange Appeal by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Orange Appeal from other brands?
The closest matches are Arizona by Behr (#F3AC6A), Taste of Summer by Vista Paint (#F0AD71), Toasted Honey by Valspar (#EFA861). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Orange Appeal?
Orange Appeal has an LRV of 43.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Orange Appeal's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.