Ref. #DD9C62 · 3001-3B
Toffee Cream
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Toffee Cream Technical Profile
What color is Toffee Cream? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #DD9C62. Colors similar to Toffee Cream include Benjamin Moore Grand Canyon, Dunn-Edwards Apple Cider, Sherwin-Williams Bakelite Gold. Toffee Cream has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Toffee Cream 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 Toffee Cream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Toffee Cream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Toffee Cream
#DD9C62
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C0BE72
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Toffee Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Toffee Cream 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 Toffee Cream.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Toffee Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Toffee Cream have?
Toffee Cream by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Toffee Cream from other brands?
The closest matches are Grand Canyon by Benjamin Moore (#DE9E66), Apple Cider by Dunn-Edwards (#DA995F), Bakelite Gold by Sherwin-Williams (#D7995D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Toffee Cream?
Toffee Cream has an LRV of 40.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Toffee Cream's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.