Ref. #F4A045 · 6890
Osage Orange
45%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Osage Orange Technical Profile
What color is Osage Orange? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #F4A045. Colors similar to Osage Orange include Valspar Monarch Wing, PPG Cornucopia, Vista Paint Tangelo Anna. Osage Orange has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 45 gives Osage Orange 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 Osage Orange
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Osage Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Osage Orange
#F4A045
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CDCF63
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Osage Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Osage 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Osage Orange.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Osage Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Osage Orange have?
Osage Orange by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Osage Orange from other brands?
The closest matches are Monarch Wing by Valspar (#F99F3B), Cornucopia by PPG (#ED9B44), Tangelo Anna by Vista Paint (#FFA348). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Osage Orange?
Osage Orange has an LRV of 44.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Osage Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.