Citronne T16-09 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CD9C2B, estimated LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Curry from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #CD9C2B · T16-09
Citronne
37%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Citronne Technical Profile
HEX Code#CD9C2B
RGB205, 156, 43
Estimated LRV36.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Curry
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#CB9E34
Close digital match
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#D19B2F
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#D29C31
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Glitzy Gold
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#D6A02B
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#D6A02B
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Ripe Banana
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#C49832
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Curry Sauce
PPG
#D6A332
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Fields of Gold
Benjamin Moore
#CA9C43
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Colors That Work With Citronne
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citronne
#CD9C2B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFBF6C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citronne
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citronne 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
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Citronne — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citronne have?
Citronne by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Citronne from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citronne are Curry by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Lemon Bar by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Roman Gold by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Citronne'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 Citronne?
Citronne has a estimated lightness value of 36.9, 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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Why Citronne's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.