Color Information
HEX
#CD6B22
RGB
205, 107, 34
LAB
55.7, 34.1, 54.7
Product Code
20764
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Apricot catalog data
More from Apple BarrelApricot by Apple Barrel (product code 20764) is cataloged as acrylic, Colors in the orange color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #CD6B22, RGB 205/107/34, and CIELAB 55.7/34.1/54.7. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Apricot is a warm vibrant orange with medium-light value (L*: 55.7). This warm color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 64.5), making it excellent for highlights and focal points and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium-Light
warm
Highly Saturated
Lighter midtone excellent for first highlights or as a lighter base coat option.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Intense, eye-catching color. Use strategically for maximum impact on key areas.
Recommended Undercoats
Grey
Neutral primer works well with medium-toned colors
Zenithal
Pre-establishes highlights and shadows for faster painting
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Medium-light value works as an intermediate layer between base and highlight
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a layer in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
Layering Tips
- Apply each layer to progressively smaller areas, leaving previous layers visible
- Maintain consistent light direction across all layers
- Thin paints for smoother transitions between layers