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Cloud Number Nine
68%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cloud Number Nine Technical Profile
What color is Cloud Number Nine? It's a light warm red with the hex code #F9CEC6. Colors similar to Cloud Number Nine include Vista Paint Cloud Number Nine, Behr Apricot Freeze, PPG Rose Pink. Cloud Number Nine has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 68, Cloud Number Nine 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 creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Cloud Number Nine
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Cloud Number Nine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Apricot Freeze
Behr
Nearly identical
Rose Pink
PPG
Nearly identical
Blushing Brilliance
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Oleander
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cartoon Fleshtone
MPC
Nearly identical
Crystal Coral
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fairytale Dream
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cloud Number Nine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cloud Number Nine
#F9CEC6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CBA967
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cloud Number Nine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cloud Number Nine 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 Cloud Number Nine.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cloud Number Nine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cloud Number Nine have?
Cloud Number Nine by Hirshfield's has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Cloud Number Nine from other brands?
The closest matches are Cloud Number Nine by Vista Paint (#F8CEC5), Apricot Freeze by Behr (#F8CCC3), Rose Pink by PPG (#F7CAC1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cloud Number Nine?
Cloud Number Nine has an LRV of 68.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cloud Number Nine's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.