Acorn Squash DE5292 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #EDA740, LRV 46 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Optimist Gold from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EDA740 · DE5292
Acorn Squash
46%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Acorn Squash Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Acorn Squash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Acorn Squash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsAcorn Squash
Nearly identical
BehrOptimist Gold
Optimist Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Nearly identical
Golden Vista
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Golden Autumn
Vista Paint
Very similar
Goldenrod
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Encore Orange
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Golden Castle
Valspar
Very similar
Brass Mesh
PPG
Very similar
Aloha
Kilz
Very similar
Pieces of Eight
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Aspire .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Acorn Squash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Acorn Squash
#EDA740
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C2CC66
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Acorn Squash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Acorn Squash 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Acorn Squash.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Acorn Squash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Acorn Squash have?
Acorn Squash by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Acorn Squash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Acorn Squash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Acorn Squash are Optimist Gold by Behr (a near-identical match), Pastel Yellow by RAL (a near-identical match), Golden Vista by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Acorn Squash'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 Acorn Squash?
Acorn Squash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.0, 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.
Explore More with Acorn Squash
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Acorn Squash's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.