Apricotta HDC-CT-13 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D9A492, LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Salmon Mousse from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9A492 · HDC-CT-13
Apricotta
43%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Apricotta Technical Profile
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Apricotta in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Apricotta in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrApricotta
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSalmon Mousse
Salmon Mousse
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Auburn Wave
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cedarville
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Auburn Wave
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Londonderry Coral
PPG
Nearly identical
Key'S Retreat
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Orange Ginger
Kilz
Nearly identical
Princess Peach
Valspar
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Rose Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Apricotta
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Apricotta
#D9A492
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7A87B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Apricotta
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Apricotta 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Apricotta.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Apricotta — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Apricotta have?
Apricotta by Behr 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 Apricotta in your own space before committing.
What colors match Apricotta from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Apricotta are Salmon Mousse by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Auburn Wave by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Cedarville by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Apricotta'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 Apricotta?
Apricotta has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.4, 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 Apricotta's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.