Tangerine Tango DE5194 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FF9E4B, estimated LRV 46 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Au Gratin from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #FF9E4B · DE5194
Tangerine Tango
46%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Tangerine Tango Technical Profile
HEX Code#FF9E4B
RGB255, 158, 75
Estimated LRV46.2
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#FF9D45
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Au Gratin
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#FF9C43
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#FA9E49
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#F79D4A
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#FFA450
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#FA9B40
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Colors That Work With Tangerine Tango
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tangerine Tango
#FF9E4B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6D15C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tangerine Tango
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tangerine Tango 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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Tangerine Tango — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tangerine Tango have?
Tangerine Tango by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange 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 Tangerine Tango from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tangerine Tango are Au Gratin by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Au Gratin by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Fruity Cocktail by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tangerine Tango'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 Tangerine Tango?
Tangerine Tango has a estimated lightness value of 46.2, 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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