Create .03 Create-03 is a orange paint color from Colorhouse. It has a hex value of #C27136, LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carrot Cake from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C27136 · Create-03
Create .03
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Create .03 Technical Profile
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Create .03 in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Create .03 in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ColorhouseCreate .03
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCarrot Cake
Carrot Cake
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Peruvian
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lucky Penny
PPG
Nearly identical
Pumpkin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Caramel Cream
Valspar
Very similar
Marmalade Glaze
Behr
Very similar
Rhythm Orange
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Yam
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pumpkin
Vista Paint
Very similar
Nutmeg Spice
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Create .03
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Create .03
#C27136
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B9B472
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Create .03
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Create .03 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 Colorhouse Colors
Other Colorhouse colors close to Create .03.
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 .03 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Create .03 have?
Create .03 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 .03 in your own space before committing.
What colors match Create .03 from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Create .03 are Carrot Cake by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Peruvian by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Lucky Penny by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Create .03'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 .03?
Create .03 has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Create .03's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.