Ref. #DE4A00 · D-6776
Orange
20%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Orange Technical Profile
What color is Orange? It's a deep warm orange with the hex code #DE4A00. Orange has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Orange creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. 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. 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.
Colors Similar to Orange
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Orange
#DE4A00
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D0B841
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orange have?
Orange by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Orange from other brands?
The closest matches are Signal Orange by RAL (#D84B20), Crushed Orange by Behr (#EB5509), Carrot Stick by Behr (#E65A0E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Orange?
Orange has an LRV of 20.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.