Ref. #C89672 · DE5263
Sonora Shade
35%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sonora Shade Technical Profile
What color is Sonora Shade? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C89672. Colors similar to Sonora Shade include Vista Paint Peanut Brittle, Benjamin Moore Italianate, Benjamin Moore Mountain Hideaway. Sonora Shade has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 35 gives Sonora Shade depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Sonora Shade
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sonora Shade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sonora Shade
#C89672
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4AF7E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sonora Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sonora Shade 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 Sonora Shade.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sonora Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sonora Shade have?
Sonora Shade by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Sonora Shade from other brands?
The closest matches are Peanut Brittle by Vista Paint (#CC956F), Italianate by Benjamin Moore (#CC9A77), Mountain Hideaway by Benjamin Moore (#C59777). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sonora Shade?
Sonora Shade has an LRV of 35.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sonora Shade's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.