Yams DE5200 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #EB9552, estimated LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carmelized Orange from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #EB9552 · DE5200
Yams
40%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Yams Technical Profile
HEX Code#EB9552
RGB235, 149, 82
Estimated LRV39.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Yams
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yams
#EB9552
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CAC368
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yams
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yams 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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Yams — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yams have?
Yams 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 Yams from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Yams are Carmelized Orange by PPG (a close digital match), Adventure Orange by Behr (a close digital match), Fall Leaf by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Yams'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 Yams?
Yams has a estimated lightness value of 39.8, 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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