Traffic Orange 2009 is a red paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #F54021, LRV 23 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Startling Orange from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F54021 · 2009
Traffic Orange
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Traffic Orange Technical Profile
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Traffic Orange in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Traffic Orange in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALTraffic Orange
Nearly identical
BehrStartling Orange
Startling Orange
Behr
Nearly identical
Burning Tomato
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Montana Dust
Vista Paint
Very similar
Outrageous Orange
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Starfish
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Obstinate Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Troublemaker
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Autumn Blaze
Valspar
Visible difference
Dynamite
Kilz
Visible difference
Charlotte's Locks
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Skyrocket Red
PPG
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Traffic Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Traffic Orange
#F54021
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D1A961
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Traffic Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Traffic Orange 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 RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Traffic Orange.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Traffic Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Traffic Orange have?
Traffic Orange by RAL has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Traffic Orange in your own space before committing.
What colors match Traffic Orange from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Traffic Orange are Startling Orange by Behr (a near-identical match), Aurora Orange by Behr (a very close match), Emergency Zone by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Traffic Orange'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 Traffic Orange?
Traffic Orange has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Traffic Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.