ORANGES
Kangaroo
#C4AD92
Kangaroo is #C4AD92 in HEX — rgb(196, 173, 146), hsl(32°, 30%, 67%), cmyk(0%, 12%, 26%, 23%).
Kangaroo pulls into the light end of the oranges spectrum — HSL 32°, 30%, 67%. The muted saturation makes it quiet but present, and the hue reads warm. In interior projects it shines on main walls, ceilings, soft fabrics, large surfaces, particularly within kitchens, living rooms, dining rooms. Reads best alongside cream walls, walnut furniture, terracotta tile, brass.
Color Codes
Paint Matches — this color across 16 brands
PPG
Kangaroo 1078-4 · 15-12
Behr
Basswood MQ2-46
Vista Paint
3am Latte C-174
Hallman-Lindsay
3am Latte 175
Valspar
Leatherbound 3004-10A
Benjamin Moore
Truffle AF-130
Sherwin-Williams
Nomadic Desert SW6107
Dunn-Edwards
Sandal DEC715
IKEA
IKEA142 142
Dulux
Basketweave Beige S10E3
Kilz
Farmer'S Tan LC220-02
Colorhouse
Metal .02 Metal-02
Farrow & Ball
London Stone 6
Dutch Boy
Star of Gold DCP-0323
RAL
Pebble Grey 7032
Kobra
Beige 03
Light Reflectance & Undertone
Light Reflectance Value (LRV)
44/100
Medium
Balanced reflectance — holds colour without washing out. Versatile for most rooms and the most forgiving range for true-to-chip results.
Undertone
Reads as a warm orange with a yellow undertone showing through, especially in daylight. Pair trim and adjacent colours to either calm or amplify that undertone.
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Rectangle
Compound
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
kitchens, living rooms, dining rooms
Best Uses
main walls, ceilings, soft fabrics, large surfaces
Pairs With
cream walls, walnut furniture, terracotta tile, brass
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
Color Psychology
Warm · Inviting
Kangaroo reads warm and lived-in — orange-leaning tones invite conversation and slow the room down without dulling it. They flatter wood, linen, and brass, and they brighten north-facing rooms that otherwise tip cold.
How it looks under different light
Pairs With
Paint Info
Brand · Product Line
Benjamin Moore / Regal Select Interior
Recommended Finishes
Eggshell (walls) · Pearl (trim) · Matte (ceiling)
Eggshell hides imperfections on main walls while keeping the color rich; pearl on trim adds subtle sheen and easier cleaning; flat matte on ceilings prevents glare.
Best Surfaces
Primary walls · Cabinetry · Trim · Soft furniture
Coverage & Dry Time
Typical coverage 350-400 sq ft per gallon over a primed surface.
Touch-dry in ~1 hour. Recoat after 4 hours. Full cure 7-14 days.
Primer
Standard primer is adequate.
Application Tip
Use a 9" microfiber roller on walls and a 2.5" angled sash brush for trim cuts. Two coats minimum for even depth.
Paint Calculator
You'll need
4.0 litres
1.06 US gallons · room for one touch-up coat. Buy slightly more to ensure single-batch match.
Code Snippets
color: #C4AD92;
background-color: #C4AD92;
--color-kangaroo: #C4AD92;
colors: { 'kangaroo': '#C4AD92' }
bg-[#C4AD92] text-[#C4AD92]
$kangaroo: #C4AD92;
Similar Colors
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Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #C4AD92?
#C4AD92 is Kangaroo, a soft orange with a warm undertone.
Is #C4AD92 warm or cool?
Kangaroo reads warm, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with Kangaroo?
Kangaroo works well in kitchens, living rooms, dining rooms. Designers typically use it for main walls, ceilings, soft fabrics, large surfaces.
What colors pair well with Kangaroo?
Kangaroo pairs naturally with cream walls, walnut furniture, terracotta tile, brass. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download Kangaroo?
You can download Kangaroo on DSGN.HOUSE in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.
What's the hex code for Kangaroo?
The hex code is #C4AD92. In RGB it's 196, 173, 146, and in HSL it's 32°, 30%, 67%.