Pale Ale LE160-02 is a orange paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #D4BC8E, estimated 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.
Kilz · #D4BC8E · LE160-02
Pale Ale
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pale Ale Technical Profile
HEX Code#D4BC8E
RGB212, 188, 142
Estimated LRV51.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Pale Ale
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pale Ale from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Ale are Buckskin by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Mineral Yellow by Behr (a close digital match), Appalachian Trail by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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