Star of Gold DCP-0323 is a beige paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C5BA9A, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Beach Dune from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C5BA9A · DCP-0323
Star of Gold
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Star of Gold Technical Profile
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Star of Gold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Star of Gold in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyStar of Gold
Nearly identical
PPGBeach Dune
Beach Dune
PPG
Nearly identical
Stone Pedestal
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tea Bag
Behr
Nearly identical
Baffin Island
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Epic
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lemongrass
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Helen of Troy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Helen of Troy
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Season'S Change
Kilz
Very similar
Cord
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Star of Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Star of Gold
#C5BA9A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Star of Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Star of Gold 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 Star of Gold.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Star of Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Star of Gold have?
Star of Gold by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Star of Gold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Star of Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Star of Gold are Beach Dune by PPG (a near-identical match), Stone Pedestal by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Tea Bag by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Star of Gold'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 Star of Gold?
Star of Gold has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.3, 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 Star of Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.