Ref. #C3663F · DE5174
Clay Pot
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Clay Pot Technical Profile
What color is Clay Pot? It's a deep warm orange with the hex code #C3663F. Colors similar to Clay Pot include Valspar Dark Palomino, Behr Chivalry Copper, Sherwin-Williams Robust Orange. Clay Pot has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Clay Pot creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Clay Pot
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Clay Pot
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clay Pot
#C3663F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B9AC79
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clay Pot
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clay Pot 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 Clay Pot.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Clay Pot — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clay Pot have?
Clay Pot by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Clay Pot from other brands?
The closest matches are Dark Palomino by Valspar (#C2653D), Chivalry Copper by Behr (#C2633C), Robust Orange by Sherwin-Williams (#C4633E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Clay Pot?
Clay Pot has an LRV of 21.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Clay Pot's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.