Ref. #D0AF7B · PPU6-15
Romanesque Gold
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Romanesque Gold Technical Profile
What color is Romanesque Gold? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D0AF7B. Colors similar to Romanesque Gold include Dunn-Edwards Warm Butterscotch, PPG Drops Of Honey, Hirshfield's Gold Digger. Romanesque Gold has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 46 gives Romanesque Gold depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Romanesque Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Warm Butterscotch
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Drops Of Honey
PPG
Nearly identical
Gold Digger
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Tarnished Trumpet
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gold Digger
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Golden Compass
Kilz
Very similar
Tawny Bisque
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Shimmer Gold Met.
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Romanesque Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Romanesque Gold
#D0AF7B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Romanesque Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Romanesque 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 Romanesque 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.
Romanesque Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Romanesque Gold have?
Romanesque Gold by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Romanesque Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Warm Butterscotch by Dunn-Edwards (#D0B082), Drops Of Honey by PPG (#D4AE76), Gold Digger by Hirshfield's (#D1B075). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Romanesque Gold?
Romanesque Gold has an LRV of 45.5, 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 Romanesque Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.