Classic Gold PPU6-17 is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C9A368, estimated LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lewis Gold from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C9A368 · PPU6-17
Classic Gold
40%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Classic Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9A368
RGB201, 163, 104
Estimated LRV39.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Classic Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic Gold
#C9A368
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0B67C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classic Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic Gold 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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Classic Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic Gold have?
Classic Gold by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Classic Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Gold are Lewis Gold by Valspar (a close digital match), Glorious Gold by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Sunrise Heat by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Classic Gold'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 Classic Gold?
Classic Gold has a estimated lightness value of 39.6, 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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