Apple Cider DE5270 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #DA995F, LRV 39 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Toffee Cream from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DA995F · DE5270
Apple Cider
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Apple Cider in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Apple Cider in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsApple Cider
Nearly identical
ValsparToffee Cream
Toffee Cream
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bakelite Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grand Canyon
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gates of Gold
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Spice Cookie
Vista Paint
Very similar
Golden Meadow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Caramelo Dulce
Behr
Very similar
Polo Pony
PPG
Very similar
Habanero
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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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
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Apple Cider — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Apple Cider have?
Apple Cider 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 Apple Cider in your own space before committing.
What colors match Apple Cider from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Apple Cider are Toffee Cream by Valspar (a near-identical match), Bakelite Gold by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Grand Canyon by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Apple Cider'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 Apple Cider?
Apple Cider has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.5, 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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