Ref. #C35831 · 2013
Pearl Orange
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pearl Orange Technical Profile
What color is Pearl Orange? It's a deep warm orange with the hex code #C35831. Colors similar to Pearl Orange include Behr Jack O Lantern, Sherwin-Williams Raucous Orange, Dunn-Edwards Spicy Tomato. Pearl Orange has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Pearl Orange creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Pearl Orange
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pearl Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pearl Orange
#C35831
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BAA86D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pearl Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pearl Orange 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 RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Pearl Orange.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pearl Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pearl Orange have?
Pearl Orange by RAL has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Pearl Orange from other brands?
The closest matches are Jack O Lantern by Behr (#C25A31), Raucous Orange by Sherwin-Williams (#C35530), Spicy Tomato by Dunn-Edwards (#C75433). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pearl Orange?
Pearl Orange has an LRV of 18.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pearl Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.