Energy Orange DE5223 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FF9532, LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carrot Stick from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FF9532 · DE5223
Energy Orange
43%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Energy Orange Technical Profile
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Energy Orange in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Energy Orange in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsEnergy Orange
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCarrot Stick
Carrot Stick
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Create .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Hawaiian Passion
Behr
Nearly identical
Monarch Wing
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Buttercup Squash
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bittersweet Orange
Kilz
Very similar
Au Gratin
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Citrus Kissed
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Jack O Lantern
PPG
Very similar
Carnival
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Luminous Bright Orange
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Energy Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Energy Orange
#FF9532
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6D45C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Energy Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Energy Orange 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 Energy Orange.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Energy Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Energy Orange have?
Energy Orange by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Energy Orange in your own space before committing.
What colors match Energy Orange from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Energy Orange are Carrot Stick by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Create .02 by Colorhouse (a near-identical match), Hawaiian Passion by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Energy Orange'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 Energy Orange?
Energy Orange has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Energy Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.