Candied Orange 210-6DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D27D24, estimated LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Acorn from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #D27D24 · 210-6DB
Candied Orange
29%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Candied Orange Technical Profile
HEX Code#D27D24
RGB210, 125, 36
Estimated LRV28.5
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandDutch Boy
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Compare alternatives to Candied Orange
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#D17921
Close digital match
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#CD802E
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#D28233
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Colors That Work With Candied Orange
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candied Orange
#D27D24
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1C267
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candied Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candied Orange 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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Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Candied Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candied Orange have?
Candied Orange by Dutch Boy 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 Candied Orange from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candied Orange are Acorn by Behr (a close digital match), Pumpkin Blush by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Marigold by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Candied Orange'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 Candied Orange?
Candied Orange has a estimated lightness value of 28.5, 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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Why Candied Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.