Persimmon DE5293 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #E59B34, LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sunflower from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E59B34 · DE5293
Persimmon
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Persimmon Technical Profile
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Persimmon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Persimmon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsPersimmon
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSunflower
Sunflower
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Autumn Hue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Roasted Chestnut
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gilded Leaves
Behr
Nearly identical
Curry Flurry
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Golden Vista
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Marigold Petals
PPG
Very similar
Sun Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Habanero
Kilz
Very similar
Angel Food Cake
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Petal .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Persimmon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Persimmon
#E59B34
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1C86A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Persimmon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Persimmon 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 Persimmon.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Persimmon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Persimmon have?
Persimmon by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) 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 Persimmon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Persimmon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Persimmon are Sunflower by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Autumn Hue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Gold Crest by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Persimmon'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 Persimmon?
Persimmon 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Persimmon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.