Medallion DEC729 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #C3A679, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Simple Pleasures from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C3A679 · DEC729
Medallion
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Medallion in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Medallion in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMedallion
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSimple Pleasures
Simple Pleasures
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Applesauce Cake
PPG
Nearly identical
Real Cork
Behr
Nearly identical
Season Finale
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Golden Popover
Valspar
Nearly identical
Downing Straw
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Corked Tan
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stone .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Season Finale
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Banana Nut
Kilz
Very similar
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sand Yellow
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Medallion
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Medallion
#C3A679
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Medallion
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Medallion 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 Medallion.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Medallion — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Medallion have?
Medallion by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Medallion in your own space before committing.
What colors match Medallion from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Medallion are Simple Pleasures by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Applesauce Cake by PPG (a near-identical match), Decatur Buff by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Medallion'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 Medallion?
Medallion has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.3, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Medallion's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.