Washed in Light 0873 is a orange paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #FAE8C8, LRV 82 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flaxseed from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FAE8C8 · 0873
Washed in Light
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Washed in Light Technical Profile
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Washed in Light in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Washed in Light in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sWashed in Light
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsFlaxseed
Flaxseed
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Create .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Honey Cream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Evening Sun
Valspar
Nearly identical
Soft Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Spanish Lace
Behr
Nearly identical
Tea Light
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
To The Rescue
PPG
Nearly identical
Walnut Cream
Kilz
Nearly identical
Orange Sherbet
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
New White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Washed in Light
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Washed in Light
#FAE8C8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BECC66
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Washed in Light
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Washed in Light 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 Washed in Light.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Washed in Light — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Washed in Light have?
Washed in Light by Hirshfield's has a neutral 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 Washed in Light in your own space before committing.
What colors match Washed in Light from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Washed in Light are Flaxseed by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Create .01 by Colorhouse (a near-identical match), Honey Cream by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Washed in Light'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 Washed in Light?
Washed in Light has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 82.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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