Ref. #FFDCCC · DE5169
Glazed Sugar
77%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Glazed Sugar Technical Profile
What color is Glazed Sugar? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFDCCC. Colors similar to Glazed Sugar include Behr Citrus Delight, Behr Pumpkin Essence, Benjamin Moore Peach Cloud. Glazed Sugar has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 77, Glazed Sugar reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Glazed Sugar
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Glazed Sugar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glazed Sugar
#FFDCCC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6BF5C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glazed Sugar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glazed Sugar 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 Glazed Sugar.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Glazed Sugar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Glazed Sugar have?
Glazed Sugar by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Glazed Sugar from other brands?
The closest matches are Citrus Delight by Behr (#FFD7C5), Pumpkin Essence by Behr (#FAD9C6), Peach Cloud by Benjamin Moore (#FFE1D4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Glazed Sugar?
Glazed Sugar has an LRV of 76.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Glazed Sugar's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.