Moon Pie reads as warm and grounded — strong in kitchens, family rooms, and any space where warmth is the dominant mood you're after. At LRV 76 it reflects plenty of light, which makes it well-suited for north-facing rooms and smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Skip it in rooms that already run warm or get strong afternoon sun, where it can tip into an overpowering glow.
Ref. #E5E1D8 · 406-1DB
Moon Pie
76%LRV Value
Moon Pie Technical Profile
What color is Dutch Boy Moon Pie (406-1DB)? It's a light warm orange — hex #E5E1D8, LRV 76. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Moon Pie is PPG Paraffin — a near-identical match on the wall, with Sherwin-Williams Heron Plume and Sherwin-Williams Sanctuary also close. With a Light Reflectance Value of 76, Moon Pie reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. At mid saturation, this color sits at a flexible mid-point — bold enough to anchor a room without dominating, and pairs cleanly with both crisp and creamy whites. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges. At mid saturation the lighting shift is moderate but real — sample under both warm-bulb evening light and cool-daylight morning light before committing.
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Colors Similar to Moon Pie
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Colors That Work With Moon Pie
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moon Pie
#E5E1D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moon Pie
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moon Pie 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 Moon Pie.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moon Pie — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Moon Pie from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moon Pie are Paraffin by PPG (a near-identical match), Heron Plume by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sanctuary by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Moon Pie's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Moon Pie?
Moon Pie has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 75.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white. That makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Moon Pie depends on the room. Here's how to choose.