Alchemy DCP-0251 is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #EED9BA, LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Candlelight from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EED9BA · DCP-0251
Alchemy
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Alchemy Technical Profile
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Alchemy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Alchemy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyAlchemy
Nearly identical
ValsparSoft Candlelight
Soft Candlelight
Valspar
Nearly identical
Randolph Bisque
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Alchemy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
White Bean Hummus
Behr
Nearly identical
Sugared Pears
PPG
Nearly identical
Cottage Cream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Shortbread
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Champagne
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lace Gloves
Kilz
Nearly identical
Matchstick
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Create .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Alchemy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alchemy
#EED9BA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7BE74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alchemy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alchemy 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Alchemy.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Alchemy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alchemy have?
Alchemy by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Alchemy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Alchemy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alchemy are Soft Candlelight by Valspar (a near-identical match), Randolph Bisque by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fuzzy Scruff by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Alchemy'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 Alchemy?
Alchemy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 71.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Alchemy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.