Ref. #FF9D45 · 969
Au Gratin
46%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Au Gratin Technical Profile
What color is Au Gratin? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #FF9D45. Colors similar to Au Gratin include Vista Paint Au Gratin, Dunn-Edwards Tangerine Tango, Benjamin Moore Fruity Cocktail. Au Gratin has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 46 gives Au Gratin depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Au Gratin
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Au Gratin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Au Gratin
#FF9D45
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6D35C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Au Gratin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Au Gratin 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Au Gratin.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Au Gratin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Au Gratin have?
Au Gratin by Hirshfield's has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Au Gratin from other brands?
The closest matches are Au Gratin by Vista Paint (#FF9C43), Tangerine Tango by Dunn-Edwards (#FF9E4B), Fruity Cocktail by Benjamin Moore (#FA9E49). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Au Gratin?
Au Gratin has an LRV of 45.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Au Gratin's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.