Exotic Melon 107-6DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D78562, estimated LRV 32 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is New Terra Cotta from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #D78562 · 107-6DB
Exotic Melon
32%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Exotic Melon Technical Profile
HEX Code#D78562
RGB215, 133, 98
Estimated LRV32.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Exotic Melon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Exotic Melon
#D78562
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BDAF75
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Exotic Melon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Exotic Melon 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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Exotic Melon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exotic Melon have?
Exotic Melon 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 Exotic Melon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Exotic Melon are New Terra Cotta by PPG (a close digital match), Golden Cherry by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Bronzed Orange by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Exotic Melon'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 Exotic Melon?
Exotic Melon has a estimated lightness value of 32.1, 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 Exotic Melon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.