Instant Orange DEA114 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FF8D28, estimated 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.
Dunn-Edwards · #FF8D28 · DEA114
Instant Orange
41%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Instant Orange Technical Profile
HEX Code#FF8D28
RGB255, 141, 40
Estimated LRV40.5
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#FF9028
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Colors That Work With Instant Orange
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Instant Orange from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Instant Orange are Hawaiian Passion by Behr (a close digital match), Blazing Bonfire by Behr (a close digital match), Amber Glow by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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