Maize 317-3DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CDB38D, 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.
Ref. #CDB38D · 317-3DB
Maize
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Maize in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Maize in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyMaize
Nearly identical
PPGCookie Crumb
Cookie Crumb
PPG
Nearly identical
Safari
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Only Yesterday
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Adobe
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tropical Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Only Yesterday
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hazy Earth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pale Ale
Kilz
Very similar
Stone .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cord
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Maize
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Maize
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Maize.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Maize — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Maize have?
Maize by Dutch Boy 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 Maize in your own space before committing.
What colors match Maize from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Maize are Cookie Crumb by PPG (a near-identical match), Safari by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Only Yesterday by Hirshfield's (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Maize's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.