Sunset Cove DEC708 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #DCB397, LRV 50 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Serendipity from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DCB397 · DEC708
Sunset Cove
50%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sunset Cove Technical Profile
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Sunset Cove in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sunset Cove in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsSunset Cove
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSerendipity
Serendipity
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mojave Sunset
Valspar
Nearly identical
Soft Apricot
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tea Cookie
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fresh Sawdust
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Beech Nut
Behr
Very similar
Asian Apricot
PPG
Very similar
Nice Nectarine
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Summer Melon
Kilz
Very similar
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sunset Cove
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sunset Cove
#DCB397
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7B27B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sunset Cove
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sunset Cove 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 Sunset Cove.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sunset Cove — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sunset Cove have?
Sunset Cove 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 Sunset Cove in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sunset Cove from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sunset Cove are Serendipity by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mojave Sunset by Valspar (a near-identical match), Soft Apricot by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sunset Cove'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 Sunset Cove?
Sunset Cove has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.7, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sunset Cove's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.