Ref. #E5D0B0 · DEC745
Chaparral
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chaparral Technical Profile
What color is Chaparral? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E5D0B0. Colors similar to Chaparral include Vista Paint Classic Terra, Benjamin Moore Blond Wood, Hirshfield's Classic Terra. Chaparral has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 65, Chaparral sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Chaparral
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chaparral
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chaparral
#E5D0B0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chaparral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chaparral 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 Chaparral.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chaparral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chaparral have?
Chaparral by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Chaparral from other brands?
The closest matches are Classic Terra by Vista Paint (#E4CFAE), Blond Wood by Benjamin Moore (#E3CFB0), Classic Terra by Hirshfield's (#E4CEAE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chaparral?
Chaparral has an LRV of 64.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chaparral's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.