Carnival 6892 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #EB882C, LRV 36 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jack O Lantern from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EB882C · 6892
Carnival
36%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Carnival Technical Profile
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Carnival in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carnival in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsCarnival
Nearly identical
PPGJack O Lantern
Jack O Lantern
PPG
Nearly identical
Citrus Kissed
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Amber Glow
Behr
Very similar
Citrus Orange
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pumpkin Custard
Valspar
Very similar
Glorious Sunset
Vista Paint
Very similar
Liger
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Instant Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Deep Orange
RAL
Very similar
Cheddar Cheese
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carnival
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carnival
#EB882C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CCCA66
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carnival
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carnival 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 Carnival.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carnival — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carnival have?
Carnival by Sherwin-Williams 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 Carnival in your own space before committing.
What colors match Carnival from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carnival are Jack O Lantern by PPG (a near-identical match), Citrus Kissed by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Dynamo by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Carnival'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 Carnival?
Carnival has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.5, 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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Related Reading
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 Carnival's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.