Ref. #C56639 · 6635
Determined Orange
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Determined Orange Technical Profile
What color is Determined Orange? It's a deep warm orange with the hex code #C56639. Colors similar to Determined Orange include Benjamin Moore Fall Harvest, Valspar Dark Palomino, Dunn-Edwards Clay Pot. Determined Orange has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Determined 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 Determined Orange
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Determined Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Determined Orange
#C56639
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BAAE77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Determined Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Determined 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Determined 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.
Determined Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Determined Orange have?
Determined Orange by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Determined Orange from other brands?
The closest matches are Fall Harvest by Benjamin Moore (#C96739), Dark Palomino by Valspar (#C2653D), Clay Pot by Dunn-Edwards (#C3663F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Determined Orange?
Determined Orange has an LRV of 21.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Determined Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.