Ref. #EA936E · DE5172
La Terra
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
La Terra Technical Profile
What color is La Terra? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #EA936E. Colors similar to La Terra include Benjamin Moore Flamingo Orange, MPC Copa Coral, Sherwin-Williams Sunset. La Terra has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives La Terra depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 La Terra
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With La Terra
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
La Terra
#EA936E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C7B46B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for La Terra
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
La Terra 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 La Terra.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
La Terra — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does La Terra have?
La Terra by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match La Terra from other brands?
The closest matches are Flamingo Orange by Benjamin Moore (#E48F6A), Copa Coral by MPC (#E28E6B), Sunset by Sherwin-Williams (#E2946F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of La Terra?
La Terra has an LRV of 39.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why La Terra's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.