Daytime Sun 211-3DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #F6CD8E, LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Afterglow from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F6CD8E · 211-3DB
Daytime Sun
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Daytime Sun Technical Profile
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Daytime Sun in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Daytime Sun in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyDaytime Sun
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAfterglow
Afterglow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Croissant
Valspar
Nearly identical
Palomino Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Beacon Yellow
Behr
Nearly identical
Fennel Pollen
Kilz
Nearly identical
Moir Gold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hacienda Clay
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Jonquil Trail
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ochre Revival
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Yellow Ground
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Beeswax .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Daytime Sun
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Daytime Sun
#F6CD8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C2CD65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Daytime Sun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Daytime Sun 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 Daytime Sun.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Daytime Sun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Daytime Sun have?
Daytime Sun 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 Daytime Sun in your own space before committing.
What colors match Daytime Sun from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Daytime Sun are Afterglow by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Croissant by Valspar (a near-identical match), Palomino Gold by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Daytime Sun'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 Daytime Sun?
Daytime Sun has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Daytime Sun's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.