Ref. #C09658 · LE110-02
Cairo Gold
34%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cairo Gold Technical Profile
What color is Cairo Gold? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #C09658. Colors similar to Cairo Gold include MPC Plaque Gold Met., Behr Amber Autumn, PPG Amaretto Sours. Cairo Gold has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives Cairo Gold depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Cairo Gold 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 Cairo Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cairo Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cairo Gold
#C09658
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFB57D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cairo Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cairo 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Cairo Gold.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cairo Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cairo Gold have?
Cairo Gold by Kilz has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Cairo Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Plaque Gold Met. by MPC (#C29858), Amber Autumn by Behr (#C49959), Amaretto Sours by PPG (#C09856). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cairo Gold?
Cairo Gold has an LRV of 33.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Cairo Gold's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.