Ref. #DA995F · DE5270
Apple Cider
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Apple Cider Technical Profile
What color is Apple Cider? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #DA995F. Colors similar to Apple Cider include Valspar Toffee Cream, Sherwin-Williams Bakelite Gold, Benjamin Moore Grand Canyon. Apple Cider has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 39 gives Apple Cider 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 Apple Cider
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Apple Cider
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Apple Cider
#DA995F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BFBD73
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Apple Cider
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Apple Cider 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 Apple Cider.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Apple Cider — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Apple Cider have?
Apple Cider by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Apple Cider from other brands?
The closest matches are Toffee Cream by Valspar (#DD9C62), Bakelite Gold by Sherwin-Williams (#D7995D), Grand Canyon by Benjamin Moore (#DE9E66). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Apple Cider?
Apple Cider has an LRV of 38.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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