Shelled 307-2DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #EDD3CA, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #EDD3CA · 307-2DB
Shelled
69%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Shelled Technical Profile
HEX Code#EDD3CA
RGB237, 211, 202
Estimated LRV68.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandDutch Boy
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#F0D4CA
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#F1D7CE
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#ECD4CD
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East Lake Rose
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#F2D6CC
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#EBD1CA
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#E9CFC8
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#F0D6CA
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Romance
Sherwin-Williams
#EBCFC3
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Chinese Cherry
Hirshfield's
#F1D7CB
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Calamine
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#E6D1CB
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Colors That Work With Shelled
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shelled
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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
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Shelled — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shelled have?
Shelled by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Shelled from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shelled are Apricot Blush by Valspar (a close digital match), Tan Whirl by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Charmed by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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