Ref. #DC8C59 · 1198-5
Carrot Cake
35%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Carrot Cake Technical Profile
What color is Carrot Cake? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #DC8C59. Colors similar to Carrot Cake include Kilz Pom Pom Orange, Kilz Bright Marigold, Dutch Boy Pawn Beige. Carrot Cake has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 35 gives Carrot 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 Carrot Cake
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carrot Cake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carrot Cake
#DC8C59
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1B871
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carrot Cake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carrot 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 Carrot 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.
Carrot Cake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carrot Cake have?
Carrot Cake by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Carrot Cake from other brands?
The closest matches are Pom Pom Orange by Kilz (#D48959), Bright Marigold by Kilz (#D68A53), Pawn Beige by Dutch Boy (#D88950). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Carrot Cake?
Carrot Cake has an LRV of 34.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Carrot Cake's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.