Ref. #CA9D62 · LD290-01
Aztec Yellow
38%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Aztec Yellow Technical Profile
What color is Aztec Yellow? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #CA9D62. Colors similar to Aztec Yellow include Behr Hammered Gold, Behr Summer In The City, MPC Similoro Gold Met.. Aztec Yellow has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 38 gives Aztec Yellow depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Aztec Yellow pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Aztec Yellow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Hammered Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Similoro Gold Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Butternut
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sunrise Heat
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Grain .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Coffeehouse Ochre
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Back to Basics
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Root Beer Float
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aztec Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aztec Yellow
#CA9D62
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3B77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aztec Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aztec Yellow 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Aztec Yellow.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aztec Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aztec Yellow have?
Aztec Yellow by Kilz has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Aztec Yellow from other brands?
The closest matches are Hammered Gold by Behr (#CB9B5E), Summer In The City by Behr (#CB9F68), Similoro Gold Met. by MPC (#C89F67). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Aztec Yellow?
Aztec Yellow has an LRV of 37.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Aztec Yellow's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.