Ref. #ECAE58 · DE5285
Antique Brass
49%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Antique Brass Technical Profile
What color is Antique Brass? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #ECAE58. Colors similar to Antique Brass include Dutch Boy Ivory White, Sherwin-Williams Yarrow, Behr Mac N Cheese. Antique Brass has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 49 gives Antique Brass 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 Antique Brass
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antique Brass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antique Brass
#ECAE58
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C2CA68
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antique Brass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antique Brass 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 Antique Brass.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Antique Brass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antique Brass have?
Antique Brass by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Antique Brass from other brands?
The closest matches are Ivory White by Dutch Boy (#EFAE52), Yarrow by Sherwin-Williams (#EBAD5E), Mac N Cheese by Behr (#E8AD5F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Antique Brass?
Antique Brass has an LRV of 48.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Antique Brass's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.