Ref. #A97059 · MQ1-28
Orange Flambe
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Orange Flambe Technical Profile
What color is Orange Flambe? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #A97059. Colors similar to Orange Flambe include PPG Nutmeg, Benjamin Moore Toasted Pecan, Valspar Woodland. Orange Flambe has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Orange Flambe creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Orange Flambe pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Orange Flambe
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Orange Flambe
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Orange Flambe.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Orange Flambe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orange Flambe have?
Orange Flambe by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Orange Flambe from other brands?
The closest matches are Nutmeg by PPG (#A8715A), Toasted Pecan by Benjamin Moore (#A36F58), Woodland by Valspar (#A36D54). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Orange Flambe?
Orange Flambe has an LRV of 20.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Orange Flambe's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.