October Haze DE5171 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #F8AC8C, estimated LRV 51 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Christmas Cactus Coral from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #F8AC8C · DE5171
October Haze
51%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
October Haze Technical Profile
HEX Code#F8AC8C
RGB248, 172, 140
Estimated LRV51.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With October Haze
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
October Haze
#F8AC8C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CFB963
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for October Haze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
October Haze 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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October Haze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does October Haze have?
October Haze 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 October Haze from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to October Haze are Christmas Cactus Coral by PPG (a close digital match), Intense Peach by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Autumn Mist by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting October Haze'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 October Haze?
October Haze has a estimated lightness value of 51.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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