Pale Ale LE160-02 is a orange paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #D4BC8E, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Buckskin from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D4BC8E · LE160-02
Pale Ale
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pale Ale Technical Profile
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Pale Ale in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pale Ale in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzPale Ale
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBuckskin
Buckskin
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mineral Yellow
Behr
Nearly identical
Appalachian Trail
PPG
Nearly identical
Dining Room Gold
Valspar
Nearly identical
Oat Straw
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Asian Jute
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Warmed Biscuit
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ecru
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Follow the Leader
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hay
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Ale
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Ale
#D4BC8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACB47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Ale
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Ale 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 Pale Ale.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Ale — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Ale have?
Pale Ale by Kilz 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 Pale Ale in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pale Ale from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Ale are Buckskin by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Mineral Yellow by Behr (a near-identical match), Appalachian Trail by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pale Ale'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 Pale Ale?
Pale Ale has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pale Ale's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.