Ref. #FCC996 · K-587
Baltic Amber
65%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Baltic Amber Technical Profile
What color is Baltic Amber? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FCC996. Colors similar to Baltic Amber include Dunn-Edwards Sicilian Villa, Hirshfield's Atoll Sand, Valspar Orange Mousse. Baltic Amber has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 65, Baltic Amber sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Baltic Amber
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Baltic Amber
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Baltic Amber
#FCC996
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D3D35F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Baltic Amber
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Baltic Amber 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Baltic Amber.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Baltic Amber — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Baltic Amber have?
Baltic Amber by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Baltic Amber from other brands?
The closest matches are Sicilian Villa by Dunn-Edwards (#FCC792), Atoll Sand by Hirshfield's (#FFCF9E), Orange Mousse by Valspar (#FECD9F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Baltic Amber?
Baltic Amber has an LRV of 64.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Baltic Amber's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.