Italianate AF-215 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CC9A77, LRV 37 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Creamy Butterscotch from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CC9A77 · AF-215
Italianate
37%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Italianate Technical Profile
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Italianate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Italianate in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreItalianate
Nearly identical
PPGCreamy Butterscotch
Creamy Butterscotch
PPG
Nearly identical
Sonora Shade
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ginger Bite
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spiced Nectarine
Kilz
Nearly identical
Vizcaino Desert
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Darlin Clementine
Behr
Nearly identical
Peanut Brittle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Chivalry Copper
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ginger Nut
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Italianate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Italianate
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Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
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Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Italianate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Italianate 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Italianate.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Italianate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Italianate have?
Italianate by Benjamin Moore 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 Italianate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Italianate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Italianate are Creamy Butterscotch by PPG (a near-identical match), Sonora Shade by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Ginger Bite by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Italianate'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 Italianate?
Italianate has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Italianate's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.