Orange Pecan 2003-1B is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #EF9A6D, estimated LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ripe Apricot from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #EF9A6D · 2003-1B
Orange Pecan
43%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Orange Pecan Technical Profile
HEX Code#EF9A6D
RGB239, 154, 109
Estimated LRV42.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Orange Pecan
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Orange Pecan
#EF9A6D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CABB68
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Orange Pecan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Orange Pecan 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
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Orange Pecan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orange Pecan have?
Orange Pecan by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Orange Pecan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Orange Pecan are Ripe Apricot by PPG (a close digital match), Pretty Papaya by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Pumpkin Hue by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Orange Pecan'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 Orange Pecan?
Orange Pecan has a estimated lightness value of 42.6, 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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