Adams Gold HC-18 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DBCB9D, LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mojito from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DBCB9D · HC-18
Adams Gold
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Adams Gold Technical Profile
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Adams Gold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Adams Gold in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAdams Gold
Nearly identical
BehrMojito
Mojito
Behr
Nearly identical
Golden Heirloom
PPG
Nearly identical
Summer Solstice
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gabriel’s Light
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pale Moss
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Eccentric Ecru
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ancient Scroll
Valspar
Very similar
Frozen Fruit
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hay
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Season'S Change
Kilz
Very similar
Grain .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Adams Gold
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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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
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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Adams 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Adams Gold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Adams Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Adams Gold are Mojito by Behr (a near-identical match), Natural Twine by Behr (a near-identical match), Golden Heirloom by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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