Ref. #D9BB9D · S260-3
Dusty Gold
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dusty Gold Technical Profile
What color is Dusty Gold? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D9BB9D. Colors similar to Dusty Gold include Dunn-Edwards Terracotta Sand, Benjamin Moore Terra Bella, Vista Paint Brownstone. Dusty Gold has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Dusty Gold 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 Dusty Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Terracotta Sand
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Terra Bella
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Brownstone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Colonial Revival Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Crowned One
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lion Cub
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sun Tan
Valspar
Very similar
Weathered Sandstone
PPG
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusty Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusty Gold
#D9BB9D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4B47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusty Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusty 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Dusty Gold.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dusty Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusty Gold have?
Dusty Gold by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Dusty Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Terracotta Sand by Dunn-Edwards (#D6BA9B), Terra Bella by Benjamin Moore (#DEBFA0), Brownstone by Vista Paint (#DDBC9B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dusty Gold?
Dusty Gold has an LRV of 52.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dusty Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.