Shelled 307-2DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #EDD3CA, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Apricot Blush from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EDD3CA · 307-2DB
Shelled
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shelled Technical Profile
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Shelled in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shelled in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyShelled
Nearly identical
ValsparApricot Blush
Apricot Blush
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tan Whirl
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Conch Shell
Behr
Nearly identical
East Lake Rose
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cameo Coral
Kilz
Nearly identical
Honeysweet
PPG
Nearly identical
Chinese Cherry
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Romance
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Chinese Cherry
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shelled
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shelled
#EDD3CA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7A97B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shelled
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shelled 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 Shelled.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shelled — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shelled have?
Shelled by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Shelled in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shelled from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shelled are Apricot Blush by Valspar (a near-identical match), Tan Whirl by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Charmed by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shelled'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 Shelled?
Shelled has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shelled's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.