Lava Flow 209-7DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C76638, LRV 22 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Determined Orange from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C76638 · 209-7DB
Lava Flow
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Lava Flow Technical Profile
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Lava Flow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lava Flow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyLava Flow
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsDetermined Orange
Determined Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fall Harvest
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Casa De Oro
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dark Palomino
Valspar
Nearly identical
Casa De Oro
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Clay Pot
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Civara
Behr
Very similar
Sesame Crunch
PPG
Very similar
Hot August
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Orange
RAL
Very similar
Wood .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Charlotte's Locks
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lava Flow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lava Flow
#C76638
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBAF77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lava Flow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lava Flow 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 Lava Flow.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lava Flow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lava Flow have?
Lava Flow 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 Lava Flow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lava Flow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lava Flow are Determined Orange by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Fall Harvest by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Casa De Oro by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lava Flow'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 Lava Flow?
Lava Flow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Lava Flow's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.