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Dunn-Edwards Sun Surprise

DE5409 · #FFF2A0 · LRV ~87.3

Closest tone in another brand: Benjamin Moore Sundance (~100% proximity)

Sun Surprise (DE5409) is a light yellow from Dunn-Edwards, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 87.3 (very light): it bounces back most of the light that hits it, so it keeps rooms bright. in strong direct sun it can look stark. The closest tone in another brand is Benjamin Moore Sundance (~100% proximity).

Closest tone to Sun Surprise in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

87.3 · Very light

Temperature

Warm

Code

DE5409

HEX

#FFF2A0

RGB

255, 242, 160

HSL

52°, 100%, 81%

Family

Yellows

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Sun Surprise FAQ

What is the LRV of Sun Surprise?

Sun Surprise has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 87.3 on a 0–100 scale, which is very light. It bounces back most of the light that hits it, so it keeps rooms bright. In strong direct sun it can look stark. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Sun Surprise in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Sundance (2022-50), ~100% proximity; PPG: Calabash (PPG1213-5), ~95% proximity; Glidden: Calabash (PPG1213-5), ~95% proximity; Valspar: East of the Sun (8001-25B), ~94% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Fun Yellow (SW 6908), ~91% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Fun Yellow (HGSW6908), ~91% proximity; Behr: Rise And Shine (P300-4), ~90% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Dayroom Yellow (No. 233), ~78% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Sun Surprise?

The HEX code of Sun Surprise (DE5409) is #FFF2A0, RGB 255, 242, 160. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.