Spicy Salsa 207-5DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C25D39, estimated LRV 20 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pearl Orange from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #C25D39 · 207-5DB
Spicy Salsa
20%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Spicy Salsa Technical Profile
HEX Code#C25D39
RGB194, 93, 57
Estimated LRV19.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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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#C35831
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Colors That Work With Spicy Salsa
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spicy Salsa
#C25D39
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B9A975
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spicy Salsa
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spicy Salsa 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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Spicy Salsa — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spicy Salsa have?
Spicy Salsa by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) 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 Spicy Salsa from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spicy Salsa are Pearl Orange by RAL (a close digital match), Jack O Lantern by Behr (a close digital match), Tabasco by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Spicy Salsa'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 Spicy Salsa?
Spicy Salsa has a estimated lightness value of 19.6, 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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