Maize 317-3DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CDB38D, estimated LRV 47 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cookie Crumb from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #CDB38D · 317-3DB
Maize
47%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Maize Technical Profile
HEX Code#CDB38D
RGB205, 179, 141
Estimated LRV47.1
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
BrandDutch Boy
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Cookie Crumb
PPG
#CEB38B
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Safari
Sherwin-Williams
#CCB18B
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Only Yesterday
Hirshfield's
#C9B08A
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Adobe
Dunn-Edwards
#D1B791
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Tropical Tan
Behr
#CBB391
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Only Yesterday
Vista Paint
#C8B089
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Bridgewater Tan
Benjamin Moore
#CAAF85
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Hazy Earth
Valspar
#CBB393
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Pale Ale
Kilz
#D4BC8E
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Stone .02
Colorhouse
#C1A878
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Cord
Farrow & Ball
#D6C39E
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Colors That Work With Maize
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Maize
#CDB38D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACB181
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Maize
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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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Maize — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Maize have?
Maize by Dutch Boy 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 Maize from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Maize are Cookie Crumb by PPG (a close digital match), Safari by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Only Yesterday by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting 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 Maize?
Maize has a estimated lightness value of 47.1, 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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