Carotene 97YR 44/642 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F8A245, LRV 46 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Osage Orange from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F8A245 · 97YR 44/642
Carotene
46%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Carotene in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carotene in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCarotene
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsOsage Orange
Osage Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Monarch Wing
Valspar
Nearly identical
O'Brien Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tangelo Anna
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mango Punch
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sun Filled Day
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Squash
Behr
Very similar
Bittersweet Orange
Kilz
Very similar
Au Gratin
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Create .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carotene
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carotene
#F8A245
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D0D260
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carotene
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carotene 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 Carotene.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carotene — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carotene have?
Carotene by PPG 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 Carotene in your own space before committing.
What colors match Carotene from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carotene are Osage Orange by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Monarch Wing by Valspar (a near-identical match), O'Brien Orange by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Carotene'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 Carotene?
Carotene has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.2, 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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Related Reading
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 Carotene's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.