Ref. #F3C683 · VS-9802
Mocha
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mocha Technical Profile
What color is Mocha? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F3C683. Colors similar to Mocha include Kilz Golden Corn, Hirshfield's Sunset In Italy, Vista Paint Sunset in Italy. Mocha has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Mocha sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Mocha
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Golden Corn
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sunset In Italy
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sunset in Italy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Jackfruit
Behr
Nearly identical
Pale Butter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Chunk Of Cheddar
PPG
Nearly identical
Colonial Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Amber Waves
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mocha
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mocha
#F3C683
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1CB67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mocha
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mocha 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Mocha.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mocha — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mocha have?
Mocha by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Mocha from other brands?
The closest matches are Golden Corn by Kilz (#F2C784), Sunset In Italy by Hirshfield's (#F0C484), Sunset in Italy by Vista Paint (#EFC483). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mocha?
Mocha has an LRV of 61.1, 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 Mocha's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.