Ref. #FFEFC2 · DE5288
Summer Hue
87%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Summer Hue Technical Profile
What color is Summer Hue? It's a very light warm orange with the hex code #FFEFC2. Colors similar to Summer Hue include Behr Frosted Lemon, Vista Paint Sunrise Glow, Hirshfield's Sunrise Glow. Summer Hue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 87, Summer Hue reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Summer Hue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Summer Hue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Summer Hue
#FFEFC2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B9D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Summer Hue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Summer Hue 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 Summer Hue.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Summer Hue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Summer Hue have?
Summer Hue by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Summer Hue from other brands?
The closest matches are Frosted Lemon by Behr (#FFEFC1), Sunrise Glow by Vista Paint (#FEEFC3), Sunrise Glow by Hirshfield's (#FFF0C4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Summer Hue?
Summer Hue has an LRV of 86.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Summer Hue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.