Sweetened Melon 105-4DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #E79580, estimated LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ravishing Coral from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #E79580 · 105-4DB
Sweetened Melon
40%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sweetened Melon Technical Profile
HEX Code#E79580
RGB231, 149, 128
Estimated LRV40.0
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 Familyred
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Sweetened Melon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sweetened Melon
#E79580
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C3AA6F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sweetened Melon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sweetened Melon 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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Sweetened Melon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sweetened Melon have?
Sweetened Melon by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Sweetened Melon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sweetened Melon are Ravishing Coral by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Presidio Peach by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Pecos Spice by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sweetened Melon'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 Sweetened Melon?
Sweetened Melon has a estimated lightness value of 40.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sweetened Melon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.