Ref. #D28240 · 6657
Amber Wave
30%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Amber Wave Technical Profile
What color is Amber Wave? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D28240. Colors similar to Amber Wave include Dunn-Edwards Clay Terrace, Benjamin Moore Golden Harvest, Dunn-Edwards Flame. Amber Wave has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 30 gives Amber Wave 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 Amber Wave
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amber Wave
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amber Wave
#D28240
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BFBB73
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Amber Wave
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amber Wave 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Amber Wave.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amber Wave — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amber Wave have?
Amber Wave by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Amber Wave from other brands?
The closest matches are Clay Terrace by Dunn-Edwards (#D4823C), Golden Harvest by Benjamin Moore (#CE8442), Flame by Dunn-Edwards (#D28239). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Amber Wave?
Amber Wave has an LRV of 30.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Amber Wave's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.