Ref. #D0AB8C · DEC711
Cliff Brown
44%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cliff Brown Technical Profile
What color is Cliff Brown? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D0AB8C. Colors similar to Cliff Brown include Valspar Cosy Chair, Behr Butterscotch Amber, Vista Paint Cowhide. Cliff Brown has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 44 gives Cliff Brown depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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 Cliff Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cliff Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cliff Brown
#D0AB8C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3B07F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cliff Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cliff Brown 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 Cliff Brown.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cliff Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cliff Brown have?
Cliff Brown by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Cliff Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are Cosy Chair by Valspar (#D1AA8A), Butterscotch Amber by Behr (#D1AD90), Cowhide by Vista Paint (#CDA88A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cliff Brown?
Cliff Brown has an LRV of 44.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Cliff Brown's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.