Auburn Wave 0049 is a red paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #D8A394, LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Auburn Wave from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D8A394 · 0049
Auburn Wave
43%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Auburn Wave Technical Profile
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Auburn Wave in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Auburn Wave in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sAuburn Wave
Nearly identical
Vista PaintAuburn Wave
Auburn Wave
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Apricotta
Behr
Nearly identical
Salmon Mousse
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
A Li'L Cheeky
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cedarville
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Londonderry Coral
PPG
Very similar
Princess Peach
Valspar
Very similar
Orange Ginger
Kilz
Very similar
Rose Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Auburn Wave
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Auburn Wave
#D8A394
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6A67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Auburn Wave
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Auburn Wave 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 Auburn Wave.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Auburn Wave — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Auburn Wave have?
Auburn Wave by Hirshfield's has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Auburn Wave in your own space before committing.
What colors match Auburn Wave from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Auburn Wave are Auburn Wave by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Apricotta by Behr (a near-identical match), Salmon Mousse by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Auburn Wave'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 Auburn Wave?
Auburn Wave has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.9, 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
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 Auburn Wave's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.