Ref. #CF954A · 3006-5A
Bugle Call
35%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bugle Call Technical Profile
What color is Bugle Call? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #CF954A. Colors similar to Bugle Call include Hirshfield's Georgian Yellow, Sherwin-Williams Golden Rule, Benjamin Moore Delightful Golden. Bugle Call has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 35 gives Bugle Call 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 Bugle Call
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Georgian Yellow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Golden Rule
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Delightful Golden
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Vintage Find
Kilz
Nearly identical
Italian Saffron
PPG
Nearly identical
Georgian Yellow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Saffron Strands
Behr
Nearly identical
Aztec Gold
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bugle Call
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bugle Call
#CF954A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8BD75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bugle Call
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bugle Call 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Bugle Call.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bugle Call — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bugle Call have?
Bugle Call by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Bugle Call from other brands?
The closest matches are Georgian Yellow by Hirshfield's (#D1974C), Golden Rule by Sherwin-Williams (#CC9249), Delightful Golden by Benjamin Moore (#D29851). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bugle Call?
Bugle Call has an LRV of 35.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bugle Call's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.