Ref. #E2C779 · DE5444
Waffle Cone
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Waffle Cone Technical Profile
What color is Waffle Cone? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E2C779. Colors similar to Waffle Cone include Benjamin Moore Marblehead Gold, Benjamin Moore Gold Leaf, Valspar Swiftly Green. Waffle Cone has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 58, Waffle Cone sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Waffle Cone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Waffle Cone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Waffle Cone
#E2C779
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADC072
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Waffle Cone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Waffle Cone 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 Waffle Cone.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Waffle Cone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Waffle Cone have?
Waffle Cone by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Waffle Cone from other brands?
The closest matches are Marblehead Gold by Benjamin Moore (#E2C579), Gold Leaf by Benjamin Moore (#E2C579), Swiftly Green by Valspar (#DDC47B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Waffle Cone?
Waffle Cone has an LRV of 58.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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