Ref. #FF8A4A · DE5167
Valley of Fire
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Valley of Fire Technical Profile
What color is Valley of Fire? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #FF8A4A. Colors similar to Valley of Fire include Behr Bergamot Orange, Behr Orange Spice, Vista Paint Boredom Buster. Valley of Fire has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Valley of Fire 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 Valley of Fire
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Valley of Fire
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Valley of Fire
#FF8A4A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6C45C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Valley of Fire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Valley of Fire 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 Valley of Fire.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Valley of Fire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Valley of Fire have?
Valley of Fire by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Valley of Fire from other brands?
The closest matches are Bergamot Orange by Behr (#FE8A49), Orange Spice by Behr (#FF8D50), Boredom Buster by Vista Paint (#FA8B4D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Valley of Fire?
Valley of Fire has an LRV of 39.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Valley of Fire's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.