Encore Orange 212-6DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #F2AF46, LRV 50 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Goldenrod from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F2AF46 · 212-6DB
Encore Orange
50%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Encore Orange Technical Profile
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Encore Orange in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Encore Orange in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyEncore Orange
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsGoldenrod
Goldenrod
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Goldenrod Field
Behr
Nearly identical
Sunflower Fields
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Golden Moon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mango Margarita
PPG
Very similar
Acorn Squash
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Pumpkin Harvest
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pieces of Eight
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Aloha
Kilz
Very similar
Aspire .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Encore Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Encore Orange
#F2AF46
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C2CE64
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Encore Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Encore 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Encore Orange.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Encore Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Encore Orange have?
Encore Orange 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 Encore Orange in your own space before committing.
What colors match Encore Orange from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Encore Orange are Goldenrod by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Goldenrod Field by Behr (a near-identical match), Sunflower Fields by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Encore 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 Encore Orange?
Encore Orange has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.0, 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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Related Reading
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 Encore Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.