Orange Flambe MQ1-28 is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A97059, estimated LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Nutmeg from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A97059 · MQ1-28
Orange Flambe
21%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Orange Flambe Technical Profile
HEX Code#A97059
RGB169, 112, 89
Estimated LRV20.7
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familybrown
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Orange Flambe
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Orange Flambe
#A97059
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA585
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Orange Flambe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Orange Flambe 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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Orange Flambe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orange Flambe have?
Orange Flambe by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown 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 Orange Flambe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Orange Flambe are Nutmeg by PPG (a close digital match), Arizona Clay by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Toasted Pecan by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Orange Flambe'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 Orange Flambe?
Orange Flambe has a estimated lightness value of 20.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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