Ref. #D88950 · VS-9108
Pawn Beige
33%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pawn Beige Technical Profile
What color is Pawn Beige? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D88950. Colors similar to Pawn Beige include Valspar Coffee Whip, Kilz Bright Marigold, Kilz Horizon Sun. Pawn Beige has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 33 gives Pawn Beige depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Pawn Beige
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pawn Beige
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pawn Beige
#D88950
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C0BA72
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pawn Beige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pawn Beige 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 Pawn Beige.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pawn Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pawn Beige have?
Pawn Beige by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Pawn Beige from other brands?
The closest matches are Coffee Whip by Valspar (#D7884E), Bright Marigold by Kilz (#D68A53), Horizon Sun by Kilz (#D98A4E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pawn Beige?
Pawn Beige has an LRV of 33.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pawn Beige's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.