Apple Valley DE5088 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #EA8386, LRV 35 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sweet Melon from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EA8386 · DE5088
Apple Valley
35%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Apple Valley in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Apple Valley 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 Valley
Nearly identical
ValsparSweet Melon
Sweet Melon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ruffle Pink Dress
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cabana Coral
PPG
Very similar
Bay Coral
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Potpourri
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sweet Amelia
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dishy Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tropical Blooms
Behr
Very similar
Corallize
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Apple Valley
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Apple Valley
#EA8386
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4966E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Apple Valley
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Apple Valley 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 Valley — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Apple Valley have?
Apple Valley by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Apple Valley in your own space before committing.
What colors match Apple Valley from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Apple Valley are Sweet Melon by Valspar (a near-identical match), Ruffle Pink Dress by Kilz (a near-identical match), Cabana Coral by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Apple Valley'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 Valley?
Apple Valley has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.4, 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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