Chili Powder 209-5DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CB7841, LRV 27 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rhumba Orange from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CB7841 · 209-5DB
Chili Powder
27%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chili Powder Technical Profile
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Chili Powder in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chili Powder in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyChili Powder
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsRhumba Orange
Rhumba Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bronze Tone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tiger Tail
PPG
Nearly identical
Marmalade Glaze
Behr
Very similar
Pumpkin
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Create .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sweet Potato
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Caramel Cream
Valspar
Very similar
Spice Market
Kilz
Very similar
Tuscan Terracotta
Vista Paint
Very similar
Deep Orange
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chili Powder
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chili Powder
#CB7841
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BCB576
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chili Powder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chili Powder 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 Chili Powder.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chili Powder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chili Powder have?
Chili Powder by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) 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 Chili Powder in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chili Powder from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chili Powder are Rhumba Orange by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Bronze Tone by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tiger Tail by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chili Powder'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 Chili Powder?
Chili Powder has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chili Powder's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.