Creamy Apricot DE5282 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FFE8BD, estimated LRV 83 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Butter Creme from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #FFE8BD · DE5282
Creamy Apricot
83%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Creamy Apricot Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFE8BD
RGB255, 232, 189
Estimated LRV82.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Creamy Apricot
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Creamy Apricot
#FFE8BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4D65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Creamy Apricot
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Creamy Apricot 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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Creamy Apricot — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Creamy Apricot have?
Creamy Apricot by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Creamy Apricot from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Creamy Apricot are Butter Creme by Behr (a close digital match), Crescent Moon by Kilz (a close digital match), Lemon Whip by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Creamy Apricot'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 Creamy Apricot?
Creamy Apricot has a estimated lightness value of 82.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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