Ref. #FFD1AF · DE5164
Papaya Whip
70%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Papaya Whip Technical Profile
What color is Papaya Whip? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FFD1AF. Colors similar to Papaya Whip include Behr Delicious Melon, Vista Paint Dunhill, Valspar Simply Peach. Papaya Whip has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 70, Papaya Whip reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Papaya Whip
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Papaya Whip
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Papaya Whip
#FFD1AF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6CD5C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Papaya Whip
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Papaya Whip 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 Papaya Whip.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Papaya Whip — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Papaya Whip have?
Papaya Whip by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Papaya Whip from other brands?
The closest matches are Delicious Melon by Behr (#FFD2B0), Dunhill by Vista Paint (#FFD2B0), Simply Peach by Valspar (#FDD0AF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Papaya Whip?
Papaya Whip has an LRV of 70.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Papaya Whip's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.