Roasted Squash DE5278 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #E6A255, LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Autumn Beauty from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E6A255 · DE5278
Roasted Squash
43%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Roasted Squash Technical Profile
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Roasted Squash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Roasted Squash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsRoasted Squash
Nearly identical
Vista PaintAutumn Beauty
Autumn Beauty
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Summer Day
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
India Trade
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brilliant Amber
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Squeaky Toy
Kilz
Very similar
Toasted Honey
Valspar
Very similar
Life Is Good
Behr
Very similar
Goldfish
PPG
Very similar
Tasty Tan
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Grain .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Roasted Squash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Roasted Squash
#E6A255
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4C76B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Roasted Squash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Roasted Squash 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 Roasted Squash.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Roasted Squash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Roasted Squash have?
Roasted Squash 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 Roasted Squash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Roasted Squash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Roasted Squash are Autumn Beauty by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Summer Day by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), India Trade by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Roasted Squash'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 Roasted Squash?
Roasted Squash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.3, 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 Roasted Squash's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.