Ref. #C2A377 · 1095-5
Applesauce Cake
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Applesauce Cake Technical Profile
What color is Applesauce Cake? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C2A377. Colors similar to Applesauce Cake include MPC Inca Gold Met., Benjamin Moore Simple Pleasures, Dunn-Edwards Medallion. Applesauce Cake has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 39 gives Applesauce Cake depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Applesauce Cake
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Inca Gold Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Simple Pleasures
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Medallion
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Real Cork
Behr
Nearly identical
Season Finale
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Season Finale
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Empire Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Castell Harlech
Valspar
Very similar
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.
#FFFFFF
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 belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Applesauce Cake from other brands?
The closest matches are Inca Gold Met. by MPC (#C4A376), Simple Pleasures by Benjamin Moore (#C3A67A), Medallion by Dunn-Edwards (#C3A679). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Applesauce Cake?
Applesauce Cake has an LRV of 39.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.