Slice of Watermelon DE5068 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #E1697C, estimated 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.
Dunn-Edwards · #E1697C · DE5068
Slice of Watermelon
28%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Slice of Watermelon Technical Profile
HEX Code#E1697C
RGB225, 105, 124
Estimated LRV27.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Slice of Watermelon
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
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 close digital match), Cherry Brandy by PPG (a close digital match), Lady Love by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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