Ref. #CE8544 · DE5244
Melted Copper
30%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Melted Copper Technical Profile
What color is Melted Copper? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #CE8544. Colors similar to Melted Copper include Benjamin Moore Golden Harvest, Colorhouse Clay .02, Sherwin-Williams Amber Wave. Melted Copper has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 30 gives Melted Copper 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 Melted Copper
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Melted Copper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Melted Copper
#CE8544
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BDBB75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Melted Copper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Melted Copper 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 Melted Copper.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Melted Copper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Melted Copper have?
Melted Copper by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Melted Copper from other brands?
The closest matches are Golden Harvest by Benjamin Moore (#CE8442), Clay .02 by Colorhouse (#CF8744), Amber Wave by Sherwin-Williams (#D28240). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Melted Copper?
Melted Copper has an LRV of 30.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Melted Copper's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.