Bittersweet DET462 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FEA051, estimated LRV 47 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Au Gratin from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #FEA051 · DET462
Bittersweet
47%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bittersweet Technical Profile
HEX Code#FEA051
RGB254, 160, 81
Estimated LRV46.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#FF9D45
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Colors That Work With Bittersweet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bittersweet
#FEA051
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6D05C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bittersweet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bittersweet 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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Bittersweet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bittersweet have?
Bittersweet 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 Bittersweet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bittersweet are Au Gratin by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Fruity Cocktail by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Pumpkin Burst by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bittersweet'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 Bittersweet?
Bittersweet has a estimated lightness value of 46.8, 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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