Au Gratin 0969 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #FF9C43, estimated LRV 45 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Au Gratin from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #FF9C43 · 0969
Au Gratin
45%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Au Gratin Technical Profile
HEX Code#FF9C43
RGB255, 156, 67
Estimated LRV45.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandVista Paint
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Au Gratin
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#FF9D45
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Colors That Work With Au Gratin
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Au Gratin
#FF9C43
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6D35C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Au Gratin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Au Gratin 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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Au Gratin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Au Gratin have?
Au Gratin by Vista Paint 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 Au Gratin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Au Gratin are Au Gratin by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Tangerine Tango by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Bittersweet Orange by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Au Gratin'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 Au Gratin?
Au Gratin has a estimated lightness value of 45.4, 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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