Instant Orange DEA114 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FF8D28, LRV 41 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hawaiian Passion from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FF8D28 · DEA114
Instant Orange
41%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Instant Orange Technical Profile
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Instant Orange in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Instant 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-EdwardsInstant Orange
Nearly identical
BehrHawaiian Passion
Hawaiian Passion
Behr
Nearly identical
Citrus Orange
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Create .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Glorious Sunset
Vista Paint
Very similar
Orange Fruit
Valspar
Very similar
Citrus Kissed
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Jack O Lantern
PPG
Very similar
Carnival
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bittersweet Orange
Kilz
Very similar
Au Gratin
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Orange
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Instant Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Instant Orange
#FF8D28
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6D25C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Instant Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Instant 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 Instant 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.
Instant Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Instant Orange have?
Instant 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 Instant Orange in your own space before committing.
What colors match Instant Orange from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Instant Orange are Hawaiian Passion by Behr (a near-identical match), Blazing Bonfire by Behr (a near-identical match), Amber Glow by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Instant 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 Instant Orange?
Instant Orange has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.5, 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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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 Instant Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.