Knockout Orange
We've categorized Knockout Orange as a versatile Orange because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 5 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#E16F3E
LRV
27.66
Knockout Orange's Color Strip
Knockout Orange is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Obstinate Orange and Invigorate. The strip spans from Stop at the lightest end to Osage Orange at the deepest. As part of strip 116, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Knockout Orange in Real Rooms
Knockout Orange has a medium LRV of 27.66 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Orange family, the photos below show it applied in a front door, misc and bedroom.
2 Front Door Photos
A front door in Knockout Orange is a timeless choice that won't feel dated as trends shift. It's a versatile hue that can adapt to different porch decor—from modern planters to traditional rockers—with effortless ease.
Front doors in Knockout Orange make an unmissable bold statement.
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Knockout Orange entry doors create an eye-catching first impression.
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2 Misc Photos
These "miscellaneous" applications of Knockout Orange prove that there is truly no room in the house that wouldn't benefit from its sophisticated, grounded, and endlessly adaptable presence.
An accent wall in Knockout Orange energizes the entire room.
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Knockout Orange accent walls add vibrant personality to spaces.
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1 Bedroom Photo
The bedroom is where Knockout Orange really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.
A kids' bedroom in Knockout Orange bursts with playful energy.
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Coordinating Colors
At LRV 75 vs 28, Faint Coral is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 86 vs 28, Westhighland White is decisively the brighter choice.
Anew Gray reflects far more light (LRV 47 vs 28), opening up a space where Knockout Orange encloses it.
Trim Color
At LRV 75 vs 28, Faint Coral is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 29 vs 28), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 29 vs 28), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 30 vs 28), so neither reads brighter in a room.
A 6-point LRV gap (28 vs 22) makes Knockout Orange the marginally brighter of the two.
With LRVs of 28 and 27, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Knockout Orange reads slightly lighter (LRV 28 vs 23), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 28 vs 27), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 28 and 27, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
A 6-point LRV gap (28 vs 21) makes Knockout Orange the marginally brighter of the two.
A 7-point LRV gap (28 vs 21) makes Knockout Orange the marginally brighter of the two.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 28 vs 14, Knockout Orange is decisively the brighter choice.
Knockout Orange reads slightly lighter (LRV 28 vs 16), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
At LRV 77 vs 28, Bubble is decisively the brighter choice.
A 11-point LRV gap (28 vs 16) makes Knockout Orange the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 40 vs 28, Resolute Blue is decisively the brighter choice.
Knockout Orange reflects far more light (LRV 28 vs 15), opening up a space where Down Pour encloses it.
At LRV 59 vs 28, Wondrous Blue is decisively the brighter choice.
Lighter Colors
Ravishing Coral reflects far more light (LRV 40 vs 28), opening up a space where Knockout Orange encloses it.
Tango reads slightly lighter (LRV 34 vs 28), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Inventive Orange reflects far more light (LRV 42 vs 28), opening up a space where Knockout Orange encloses it.
Outgoing Orange reads slightly lighter (LRV 39 vs 28), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
At LRV 41 vs 28, Kumquat is decisively the brighter choice.
Darker Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 29 vs 28), so neither reads brighter in a room.
A 6-point LRV gap (28 vs 21) makes Knockout Orange the marginally brighter of the two.