Adams Gold HC-18 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DBCB9D, estimated LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mojito from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #DBCB9D · HC-18
Adams Gold
58%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Adams Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#DBCB9D
RGB219, 203, 157
Estimated LRV57.8
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 Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Adams Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Adams Gold
#DBCB9D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8B57D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Adams Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Adams Gold Room Palettes
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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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Adams Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Adams Gold have?
Adams Gold by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Adams Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Adams Gold are Mojito by Behr (a close digital match), Natural Twine by Behr (a close digital match), Golden Heirloom by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Adams 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 Adams Gold?
Adams Gold has a estimated lightness value of 57.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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