Slice of Watermelon DE5068 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #E1697C, LRV 28 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deco Rose from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E1697C · DE5068
Slice of Watermelon
28%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Slice of Watermelon Technical Profile
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Slice of Watermelon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Slice of Watermelon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsSlice of Watermelon
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreDeco Rose
Deco Rose
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cherry Brandy
PPG
Nearly identical
Lady Love
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Watermelon Core
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Passion Pink
Valspar
Very similar
Strawberry Taffy
Behr
Very similar
Grenadine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pink Explosion
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Ibis Pink
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Slice of Watermelon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Slice of Watermelon
#E1697C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C28C70
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Slice of Watermelon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Slice of Watermelon 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 Slice of Watermelon.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Slice of Watermelon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Slice of Watermelon have?
Slice of Watermelon by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Slice of Watermelon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Slice of Watermelon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Slice of Watermelon are Deco Rose by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cherry Brandy by PPG (a near-identical match), Lady Love by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Slice of Watermelon'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 Slice of Watermelon?
Slice of Watermelon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Slice of Watermelon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.