Create .02 Create-02 is a orange paint color from Colorhouse. It has a hex value of #FF963A, LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carrot Stick from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
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Create .02
43%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Create .02 Technical Profile
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Create .02 in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Create .02 in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ColorhouseCreate .02
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCarrot Stick
Carrot Stick
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Energy Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Au Gratin
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hawaiian Passion
Behr
Nearly identical
Au Gratin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bittersweet Orange
Kilz
Very similar
Buttercup Squash
Valspar
Very similar
Citrus Kissed
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dynamo
PPG
Very similar
Carnival
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Deep Orange
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Create .02
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Create .02
#FF963A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6D25C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Create .02
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Create .02 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
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Create .02 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Create .02 have?
Create .02 by Colorhouse 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 Create .02 in your own space before committing.
What colors match Create .02 from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Create .02 are Carrot Stick by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Energy Orange by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Au Gratin by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Create .02'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 Create .02?
Create .02 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Create .02's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.