Ref. #ED760E · 2000
Yellow Orange
31%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Yellow Orange Technical Profile
What color is Yellow Orange? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #ED760E. Colors similar to Yellow Orange include MPC Bright Orange, Benjamin Moore Startling Orange, Vista Paint Orange you Happy?. Yellow Orange has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Yellow Orange depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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 Yellow Orange
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yellow Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yellow Orange
#ED760E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CECB60
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yellow Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yellow 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 Yellow 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.
Yellow Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yellow Orange have?
Yellow Orange by RAL has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Yellow Orange from other brands?
The closest matches are Bright Orange by MPC (#E67215), Startling Orange by Benjamin Moore (#F57D1C), Orange you Happy? by Vista Paint (#F97F1E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Yellow Orange?
Yellow Orange has an LRV of 31.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Yellow Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.