Exotic Melon 107-6DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D78562, 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.
Ref. #D78562 · 107-6DB
Exotic Melon
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Exotic Melon Technical Profile
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Exotic Melon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Exotic Melon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyExotic Melon
Nearly identical
PPGNew Terra Cotta
New Terra Cotta
PPG
Nearly identical
Golden Cherry
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bronzed Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Balcony Sunset
Behr
Very similar
Rosy Pashmina
Valspar
Very similar
Emberglow
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Timeless Terra Cotta
Kilz
Very similar
Jack-O-Lantern
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tuscan Terracotta
Vista Paint
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Exotic Melon
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Exotic Melon.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Exotic Melon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Exotic Melon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Exotic Melon are New Terra Cotta by PPG (a near-identical match), Golden Cherry by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Bronzed Orange by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Exotic Melon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.