Troublemaker 109-7DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #E05F2F, LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Japanese Koi from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E05F2F · 109-7DB
Troublemaker
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Troublemaker in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Troublemaker in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyTroublemaker
Nearly identical
BehrJapanese Koi
Japanese Koi
Behr
Nearly identical
L’Orange
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Festive Orange
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Calypso Coral
PPG
Very similar
Untamed Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Obstinate Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Starfish
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Charlotte's Locks
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Autumn Blaze
Valspar
Very similar
Bright Red Orange
RAL
Very similar
Dynamite
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Troublemaker
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Troublemaker
#E05F2F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C6B26C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Troublemaker
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Troublemaker 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 Troublemaker.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Troublemaker — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Troublemaker have?
Troublemaker by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) 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 Troublemaker in your own space before committing.
What colors match Troublemaker from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Troublemaker are Japanese Koi by Behr (a near-identical match), L’Orange by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Festive Orange by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Troublemaker'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 Troublemaker?
Troublemaker has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.2, 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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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 Troublemaker's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.