Alameda Ochre DET482 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #CA9234, estimated LRV 33 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mecca Gold from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #CA9234 · DET482
Alameda Ochre
33%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Alameda Ochre Technical Profile
HEX Code#CA9234
RGB202, 146, 52
Estimated LRV33.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Alameda Ochre
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alameda Ochre
#CA9234
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4BD74
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alameda Ochre
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alameda Ochre 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
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Alameda Ochre — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alameda Ochre have?
Alameda Ochre by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Alameda Ochre from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alameda Ochre are Mecca Gold by PPG (a close digital match), Yellow Warning by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Glazed Pears by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Alameda Ochre'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 Alameda Ochre?
Alameda Ochre has a estimated lightness value of 33.4, 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.
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