Applesauce Cake 1095-5 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C2A377, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Simple Pleasures from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C2A377 · 1095-5
Applesauce Cake
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Applesauce Cake Technical Profile
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Applesauce Cake in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Applesauce Cake in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGApplesauce Cake
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSimple Pleasures
Simple Pleasures
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Medallion
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Winter Wheat
Behr
Nearly identical
Season Finale
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Season Finale
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cork Board
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Empire Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Castell Harlech
Valspar
Very similar
Stone .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Banana Nut
Kilz
Very similar
Sand Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Applesauce Cake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Applesauce Cake
#C2A377
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Applesauce Cake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Applesauce Cake 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Applesauce Cake.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Applesauce Cake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Applesauce Cake have?
Applesauce Cake by PPG 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 Applesauce Cake in your own space before committing.
What colors match Applesauce Cake from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Applesauce Cake are Simple Pleasures by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Medallion by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Winter Wheat by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Applesauce Cake'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 Applesauce Cake?
Applesauce Cake has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.0, 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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Why Applesauce Cake's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.