Alloy Bronze 217-7DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #996F32, LRV 18 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sconce Gold from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #996F32 · 217-7DB
Alloy Bronze
18%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Alloy Bronze Technical Profile
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Alloy Bronze in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Alloy Bronze in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyAlloy Bronze
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSconce Gold
Sconce Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wave Of Grain
Behr
Nearly identical
Golden Mist
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hearth Gold
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Golden Bark
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rich and Rare
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Flea Market
Kilz
Very similar
Retrofit
Valspar
Very similar
Chewy Caramel
PPG
Very similar
Ochre Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Alloy Bronze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alloy Bronze
#996F32
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FA658
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alloy Bronze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alloy Bronze 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Alloy Bronze.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Alloy Bronze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alloy Bronze have?
Alloy Bronze by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) 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 Alloy Bronze in your own space before committing.
What colors match Alloy Bronze from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alloy Bronze are Sconce Gold by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Wave Of Grain by Behr (a near-identical match), Golden Mist by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Alloy Bronze'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 Alloy Bronze?
Alloy Bronze has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Alloy Bronze's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.