Ambered Maize 218-7DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C48919, estimated LRV 30 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Auric from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #C48919 · 218-7DB
Ambered Maize
30%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ambered Maize Technical Profile
HEX Code#C48919
RGB196, 137, 25
Estimated LRV29.7
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Ambered Maize
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ambered Maize
#C48919
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEBF51
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ambered Maize
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ambered Maize 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
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Ambered Maize — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ambered Maize have?
Ambered Maize by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) 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 Ambered Maize from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ambered Maize are Auric by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Light Copper by Behr (a very close match), Yellow Warning by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Ambered Maize'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 Ambered Maize?
Ambered Maize has a estimated lightness value of 29.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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