Impulse 0989 is a orange paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #D39553, LRV 36 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Impulse from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D39553 · 0989
Impulse
36%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Impulse Technical Profile
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Impulse in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Impulse in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sImpulse
Nearly identical
Vista PaintImpulse
Impulse
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Honeycomb
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Golden Meadow
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Saffron Strands
Behr
Nearly identical
Slightly Golden
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Delightful Golden
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Autumn Spice
Valspar
Nearly identical
Polo Pony
PPG
Very similar
Habanero
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Impulse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Impulse
#D39553
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BCBD75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Impulse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Impulse 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 Impulse.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Impulse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Impulse have?
Impulse by Hirshfield's 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 Impulse in your own space before committing.
What colors match Impulse from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Impulse are Impulse by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Honeycomb by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Golden Meadow by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Impulse'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 Impulse?
Impulse has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.0, 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 Impulse's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.